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Fine Pair of Antique Micromosaic "Holy Spirit" Ear Clips

Rome, second quarter 19th century, 14k gold, each circular mosaic with the Dove of Peace outlined in gold and with gold nimbus, on a turquoise-colored ground and within a gold rope-twist frame, with clip backs of later date.
dia. 7/8", total weight 18.5 grams

Rome, second quarter 19th century, 14k gold, each circular mosaic with the Dove of Peace outlined in gold and with gold nimbus, on a turquoise-colored ground and within a gold rope-twist frame, with clip backs of later date.
dia. 7/8", total weight 18.5 grams

  • Condition: **Exceptional mosaic work, each with two or three chipped blue tesserae, but no appreciable losses or damage. Superlative craftsmanship probably from one of the Vatican workshops. Clip backs of later (recent) date. No marks.

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