Antique Victorian Cameo Swivel Brooch Gold Cased

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An exquisite antique Victorian cameo brooch from the mid 19^th Century featuring a hand-carved bullmouth shell cameo depicting Bacchus, God of wine and festivity with vine leaves woven into his hair. It’s set in a rotating gold case with a fabulous spiralling frame wrapping around the outside etched with fine engraving. 

Roman style Cameo jewellery was highly sought after in the 19^th Century during the “Grand Tour” days when tourists developed a fascination with destinations such as Rome. They were a personal favourite of Queen Victoria also and were carved in the same classic style, usually depicting Gods and characters from Roman & Greek mythology.

The piece is cased in yellow gold and fitted with a safety chain for extra security when worn. It’s highly collectable and showcases a splendid cameo carved by a true master of the art. 

WEIGHT: 18.6 grams 

MEASURES: Height 48mm x Width 43mm x Depth 10mm – Cameo Width 21 x Height 26mm 

METAL: Gold Cased 

STONES: Bullmouth Shell 

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860) 

CONDITION: Very Good – Minor wear for its age 

ITEM NUMBER: 23-600

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