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Carved Shell Cameo Brooch in Original Case

607B
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Written by Olly Gerrish

This is a wonderfully detailed cameo. It is carved from a large helmet shell. After 1800 demand for cameos grew, as they became popular souvenirs of the Grand Tour among the middle class. This was carved circa 1840 in Italy. Classically the designs carved onto cameo stones were scenes of Greek or Roman mythology. This example is surrounded by an enamelled 18ct gold mount and is in its original case.

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Item Number:
607B
Materials:
Measurements:
3" (7.6cm) by 2 ½in(6.3cm)
Provenance:
Italian, English mount
Discovered:
13 years ago

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