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**Necklace with Hand-Carved Sardonyx Cameo of a Female Face – Rhodium-Plated 925 Sterling Silver and Zirconia – Torre del Greco Craftsmanship** A refined and exclusive handcrafted necklace featuring a stunning **natural sardonyx shell cameo, entirely hand-carved**, depicting a fascinating female face with a serene expression, an elaborate hairstyle, and refined ornamental motifs. A jewel with romantic, timeless appeal, celebrating feminine beauty and the excellence of Torre del Greco’s ancient engraving art. **THE CAMEO AND ITS REFINED CARVING** The centerpiece of the necklace is a magnificent sardonyx shell cameo, shaped and featuring an **elegant female face carved in high relief**, inspired by the beauty of classical figures. The woman is depicted with her face slightly tilted, eyes gently half-closed, and a sweet, contemplative expression. Her harmonious features, finely modeled lips, and the remarkable depth of the carving give the figure a sculptural allure. **The hairstyle is particularly refined**, composed of soft waves and voluminous curls that frame the face, created through careful hand-carving of the shell. The design is completed by an elegant curved decoration that follows the profile of the face and is embellished with small engraved ornamental details, creating a harmonious and original effect. The figure’s ivory white stands out against the shell’s natural brown background, creating a fascinating color contrast that highlights the precision of the hand-carving. Every detail makes this cameo a small work of art, unique and one of a kind. **RHODIUM-PLATED 925 STERLING SILVER SETTING AND ZIRCONIA** The cameo is enhanced by a refined **rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver setting**, featuring a bright silver finish. The frame follows the shell’s natural profile, with a distinctive faceted edge that adds brilliance and elegance. The **upper bail is embellished with sparkling white zirconia**, while the delicate rope-style chain completes the jewel with lightness and refinement. **FEATURES** • Type: women’s necklace with handcrafted cameo • Cameo: natural sardonyx shell • Subject: female face with wavy hairstyle and ornamental decorations • Carving: entirely hand-carved • Craftsmanship: Italian artisan-made, Torre del Greco • Setting: rhodium-plated 925 sterling silver • Finish: polished silver • Design: shaped frame with faceted edge • Decorative stones: sparkling white zirconia • Bail: embellished with white zirconia • Chain: rope style • Necklace length: approx. 45 cm • Pendant dimensions: approx. 35 × 25 mm, including bail • Total weight: approx. 9 g • Cameo color: ivory white on a natural brown background • Condition: new, never worn • Made in Italy **SYMBOLIC MEANING OF THE FEMALE FACE** The female face has always been one of the most iconic subjects in cameo art, traditionally associated with **beauty, grace, elegance, and inner harmony**. The serene expression and gently half-closed eyes symbolically evoke tranquility, sensitivity, and the ability to look within oneself. The elaborate hairstyle, with its soft curls, celebrates femininity and the charm of classical depictions, while the sinuous lines of the design evoke balance and refinement. A jewel rich in meaning, perfect as a **gift idea to celebrate feminine beauty, strength, and uniqueness**, and also ideal for anyone who loves art, tradition, and jewelry with timeless appeal. **THE ART OF CAMEO CARVING IN TORRE DEL GRECO** Cameo carving is one of Italy’s most prestigious artisan traditions. In Torre del Greco, a city known around the world for its shell and coral craftsmanship, this ancient
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