Victorian Nyx Cameo Brooch tubogas A multitude of fish charms

A multitude of fish charms

been a symbol of immortality and rebirth and was thought to be able to withstand burning in flames

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It comprises a certified natural jadeite hoop

75 carat natural Blue  sapphire originating from the mines of  Burma

Victorian Nyx Cameo Brooch tubogas A multitude of fish charmsDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 A fantastic Victorian shell cameo brooch depicting Nyx, the Goddess of night. The detailing is great, with winged figure carrying her two sleeping sons (Hypnos and Thanatos). Hypnos, the god of sleep, and his twin brother Thanatos, the god of death symbolize how sleep and death are intertwined in the darkness. She is seen being followed by an owl, the symbol of wisdom, and her bat wings, show transformative powers due to their