Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch gold plated the lack of iconic

the lack of iconic

one that (in my opinion) is only accentuated by the antique patina it's acquired over the past century

81 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond

with simple concealed gold bail to the back and otherwise constructed in silver

my favourite parts are the enamel work to the back and sides

Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch gold plated the lack of iconicDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A fabulous antique shell cameo brooch depicting the greek God Hermes, the messenger of the Gods. He was portrayed as a full grown and bearded man, usually clothed in a long tunic and often wearing a cap and boots with wings. In this piece, we can see his cap, and the textures of his hair.. The detailing is great. It dates from the Victorian period and is rendered in high relief with a 9k gold mount. Hermes was the ancient