Antique Victorian Coral Lavastone Cameo Brooch 18ct Gold Period_Victorian (1839-1901)

Antique Victorian Coral Lavastone Cameo Brooch 18ct Gold Period_Victorian (1839-1901)An exquisite antique mid Victorian cameo brooch (Circa 1860) decorated with seven high relief cameos fashioned from grey hardstone, brown lavastone and orange coral. Theyre beautifully detailed and have been hand carved to depict characters and Gods from Roman mythology and set in a wonderful, open work 18ct gold frame. In the early 19th century during the Grand Tour days of the English aristocracy, tourists developed a fascination with the newly

foliate motifs and a dropper swinging in the centre

MEASURES: Size N 1/2 (UK)

It’s remained in excellent condition and is fitted with a loop and a new pin at the back so it can be worn as a pendant or brooch

A glamorous vintage bar brooch from the late 20th Century featuring ornate

It’s a gorgeous tribute to early 19th Century design and is fitted with a loop and safety clasp pin so it can be worn as a pendant or brooch

STONES: Amethysts (8 x 10mm

or a beautiful gift for a loved one

ITEM NUMBER: 23-571

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Faded maker’s mark

displaying the raw natural striations of the stone which is very striking

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