carved carnelian Greek soldier cameo
with Marcasite and cobalt blue enamel running throughout the pattern
The gorgeous things are further decorated with sleek black enamel and have little flowers fashioned of diamonds and seed pearls
Marks: Inscribed on reverse of top: C
and a must-have for both cameo collectors as well as those who admire ancient mythology
Vintage Percossi Papi Tourmaline, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Seed Pearl & Enamel Dragon Trio Brooch pearls carved carnelian Greek soldier cameoPercossi Papi has created his jewels in a small atelier near the Pantheon, in the heart of ancient Rome, since 1968. Specializing in enameling and fantasy subject matter, his pieces have been included in many high fashion magazine and in costume films. This wonderfully imaginative brooch depicts three enameled dragons, swirling around a long, cool slice of watermelon tourmaline. The dragons' bodies are decorated with murky green and ocher enamel, with