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Art Nouveau medal signed F. Vernon in gold, Virgin in profile, plique-à-jour enamel and diamonds, circa 1900
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Vernon Art Nouveau Virgin medal

VERNON Art Nouveau Medal in Plique-à-Jour Enamel, Yellow Gold and Diamonds

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Large medal in 18k (750/1000) gold depicting the Virgin in profile, haloed with rose-cut diamonds and plique-à-jour enamel. The medal is enhanced with a surround of diamonds and the bail is also set with rose-cut diamonds. Signed F. VERNON. French work of the Art Nouveau period circa 1900. Eagle's head hallmark for 18-carat gold. Frédéric Charles Victor de Vernon (1858 - 1912) was a French sculptor and medal engraver. An engraving prize bears his name. He produced remarkable medals, often using complex enamelling techniques and chasing of excellent quality. His medals, rare and sought after, are part of major jewellery collections such as that of the Victoria & Albert Museum.

Dimensions: 2.6 x 2.6 cm
Height including bail: 3.6 cm
Gross weight: 9.76 grams

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