Antique Victorian Cameo Gold Brooch Circa 1860 Agate transparent flint glass that has

transparent flint glass that has been used throughout history to simulate the beauty of gemstones

which was a popular fashion trend in the 19th century but would look equally beautiful on a silver chain

ITEM NUMBER: 20-1038

METAL: 9ct Yellow Gold (Stamped)

wires) x Width 10mm x Depth 10mm

Antique Victorian Cameo Gold Brooch Circa 1860 Agate transparent flint glass that hasAn exquisite antique Victorian cameo brooch from the mid 19th Century featuring a wonderful high relief cameo, hand carved from a bullmouth shell. It depicts the side profile of a roman lady with a decorative headpiece and is extremely detailed and well executed. Roman style Cameos were highly sought after in the 19th century during the 'Grand Tour' days when tourists developed a fascination with destinations such as Rome. They often depicted