An 18K yellow gold over sterling silver Venetian glass cameo and cultured freshwater pearl charm necklace measuring approximately 1 3/16 inches wide with lobster claw clasp - the Italian art glass jewelry piece that connects to one of the oldest and most celebrated craft traditions in the world. Venetian glass cameos are made by layering and carving molten glass over centuries-old techniques developed on the island of Murano in the Venetian lagoon. The cameo form - a portrait or figure in relief - has been a mark of refinement in jewelry since antiquity. With freshwater pearl accents and 18K gold over sterling, the necklace brings Venetian craft heritage to a contemporary wearable form.