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Carved Shell Cameo Brooch in Original Case

607B
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.

Item Number
607B
Measurements
3" (7.6cm) by 2 ½in(6.3cm)
Materials
Date & Origin
Victorian (1839-1901)
Italian, English mount
Provenance
Italian, English mount
Hallmarks

Unmarked, tested to 18ct gold

Condition
Good
Discovered
12 years ago
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