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Mid-19th Century Papal State (Vatican) 22K Gold Micromosaic Pendant with Granulated Gold Wire Frame

This auction ended on September 28, 2026.

Start price: $4,000

Estimated price: $10,000 - $20,000

Buyer's Premium: 30%

Description

5.7*4.1cm Wt:15.6g

Archaeological Revival styleCrafted in 22K gold by Roman goldsmiths with dual goldworking techniques:Granulation and twisted-wire filigree.Made in the Vatican papal atelier.Micro Mosaic technique.Colour tesserae smaller than 1 mm, tightly and seamlessly assembled on the base.Raised gilded inscription "ROMA", a souvenir commemorating the city of Rome.Grand Tour, theme of European aristocratic travel.