377 - Sardonyx Cameo of Veronica s Veil in an Eighteenth-Century Pendant. Cameo 17th century A.D.; pendant 18th century A.D. Circular cameo depicting the face of Christ wearing the crown of thorns, appearing at the centre of a veil; set in an openwork silver frame with a gold collar surrounding the cameo; the elaborate frame with rose-cut diamonds and rubies in rub-over settings; a pin on the reverse and a later set chain with a suspension loop above for suspension. 13.14 grams, 67 mm long (2 5/8 in.).

Sardonyx Cameo of Veronica s Veil in an Eighteenth-Century Pendant. Cameo 17th century A.D.; pendant 18th century A.D. Circular cameo depicting the face of Christ wearing the crown of thorns, appearing at the centre of a veil; set in an openwork silver frame with a gold collar surrounding the cameo; the elaborate frame with rose-cut diamonds and rubies in rub-over settings; a pin on the reverse and a later set chain with a suspension loop above for suspension. 13.14 grams, 67 mm long (2 5/8 in.). Acquired on the European art market. UK, private collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13508-263389. The Veil of Veronica is a sacred Christian relic said to bear the miraculous, unpainted image of the face of Jesus Christ. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.