Lot 185 - A Victorian shell cameo brooch, the oval

20th Mar, 2025 9:30

Lot 185

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A Victorian shell cameo brooch, the oval shell panel depicting a side profile of a Goddess Flora, set within an Etruscan Revival surround with twisted rope and beaded details, brooch fittings to the back, testing partially 9ct and gilt, overall measuring 6.9 x 5.8 cm.

Sold for £480

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