Silver - Necklace with pendant - Italian craftsmanship

**Collana with Sardonic Kitten Cameo and Butterfly Hand-Engraved – Rhodium-Plated 925 Sterling Silver and Zircon – Torre del Greco Craftsmanship** Refined and exclusive handmade necklace enriched by a splendid **cameo in natural sardonica shell, entirely hand-engraved**, depicting an elegant long-haired kitten, accompanied by a delicate butterfly and refined ornamental motifs. A jewel with romantic, timeless charm that celebrates the love of animals and the excellence of the ancient engraving art of Torre del Greco. **THE CAMEO AND ITS REFINED ENGRAVING** The star of the necklace is a magnificent oval cameo in sardonica shell, characterized by a **kitten with a lush coat, finely sculpted in relief**. The feline is depicted seated, its body turned to the side and its muzzle facing the observer. The pointed ears, expressive eyes, and long fur meticulously engraved give depth and realism to the figure. **Next to the kitten there is a charming butterfly with open wings**, while elegant scrollwork frames the composition, lending movement and harmony. The ivory-white of the figures stands out against the natural brown background of the shell, creating an enchanting color contrast that highlights the precision of the manual engraving. Each detail makes this cameo a small artwork, unique and unrepeatable. **SILVER 925 RHODIUM-PLATED SETTING AND ZIRCONS** The cameo is enhanced by a refined **925 sterling silver rhodium-plated setting**, featuring a bright silvery finish. The frame follows the natural contour of the shell, with a specially faceted edge that adds brilliance and elegance. The **top clasp is embellished with sparkling white zircons**, while the delicate chain with small decorative spherical elements completes the jewel with lightness and refinement. **CHARACTERISTICS** • Type: women's necklace with handcrafted cameo • Cameo: natural sardonica shell • Subject: long-haired kitten with butterfly and ornamental decorations • Engraving: entirely hand-done • Craftsmanship: Italian artisanal, Torre del Greco • Setting: Rhodium-plated 925 silver • Finish: polished silver • Design: shaped oval frame with a faceted edge • Decorative stones: sparkling white zircons • Clasp: embellished with white zircons • Chain: thin mesh with small spherical elements • Necklace length: about 45 cm • Pendant dimensions: about 40 × 25 mm, including clasp • Total weight: about 9 g • Cameo color: ivory white on natural brown background • Condition: new, never worn • Made in Italy **MEANING OF THE KITTEN AND THE BUTTERFLY** The cat is traditionally a symbol of **elegance, independence, intuition, and protection**, while the butterfly represents **transformation, rebirth, freedom, and hope**. The union of these two subjects creates a composition with delicate meaning, evoking harmony between nature, beauty, and freedom. A jewel rich in meaning, perfect as a **good luck charm and gift idea for cat and animal lovers**, also ideal to celebrate a special affectionate bond. **THE ART OF TORRE DEL GRECO CAMEO** Cameo engraving represents one of the most prestigious Italian artisanal traditions. In Torre del Greco, a city worldwide known for shell and coral work, this ancient art is passed down through generations. Each cameo is patiently carved by hand, exploiting the natural layers of the sardonica shell to achieve reliefs, shading, and refined color contrasts. The precision in rendering the kitten’s coat, the butterfly’s wings, and the ornamental decorations testifies to the engraver’s skill. The natural features of the shell and the handmade craft make each piece unique and unrepeatable. **PACKAGING AND SHIPPING** The necklace will be delivered in an elegant gift box, carefully protected during transport. Fast, tracked, and insured shipping via professional courier SDA or UPS. Please monitor the shipment tracking. If the recipient is unavailable, the package may be left at a pickup point. If bidding on multiple lots, please select **combined shipping before payment**. Lots paid separately may be shipped individually, with no possibility of reimbursement for the related shipping costs. **IMPORTANT NOTE** In some countries, importing items made with certain natural shells may be subject to customs restrictions. Buyers are encouraged to check the applicable regulations in their country before participating in the auction. An exclusive artisanal creation, where the elegance of a kitten meets the delicacy of a butterfly and the beauty of a hand-engraved cameo. A refined, timeless jewel, authentic expression of Torre del Greco craftsmanship.

Estimate:£184.2

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