Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Pinchbeck Frame Blue Zircon

Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Pinchbeck Frame Blue ZirconThis exquisite antique Victorian cameo brooch dates from the mid 19th century and is set in a finely crafted pinchbeck frame with ornate rope edge detailing. The high relief bullmouth shell cameo is hand carved to depict a classical Roman style scene with two figures: a larger woman carrying a basket laden with fruit and sheaves of wheat on her head, accompanied by a smaller child. In the 19th Century, Roman style Cameos became fashionable in

ITEM NUMBER: 7694

METAL: Silver/ Gold gilt

Insect jewellery grew in popularity at the turn of the 20th Century due to a renewed love of the natural world following the vast urbanisation of the country and were often decorated with colourful gemstones to enhance their beauty and value

The jewellery originated in Italy and became a popular love token across Europe in the 18th and 19th Century

It’s remained in excellent condition and the citrine shimmers and glows beautifully in the sunlight

A glorious antique Victorian pendant boasting a large oval cut citrine weighing a spectacular 25 carats (approx

Complete with its original pin and safety chain

It has been cut in the shape of a shield and has yet to be engraved

MATERIAL: Glass

AGE: Circa 1950

it portrays the famous “Portrait of a Young Woman” by Piero and Antonio del Pollaiuolo

Age: Edwardian