Antique Victorian Cameo Brooch Pinchbeck Gold Gilt

An exquisite antique victorian cameo brooch from the mid-19th century featuring a high relief cameo in the centre fashioned from a bullmouth shell. It depicts the side profile of a man with a leafy wreath around his head , possibly the god of the sun apollo.   Roman-style cameo’s 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 goddesses and characters from mythology and became a favourite of queen victoria also.   Th is victorian cameo is set in an elaborate gallery with curvaceous , scrolled metalwork engraved with detailed foliate patterns. It’s modelled entirely in pinchbeck and has been gilded in 18ct yellow gold. It’s a highly collectable piece of history and in excellent condition.     Weight: 14.2 Grams   measures: height 58mm x width 37mm down   cameo measures: 16mm across x 19mm down age: victorian. Circa 1860 1880   condition: excellent, commensurate with age   item number : 8423   you can find more victorian cameo brooches in our antique brooches collection. We provide free worldwide shipping for this item. Interest free layaway and finance payment options are also available.

An exquisite antique victorian cameo brooch from the mid-19th century featuring a high relief cameo in the centre fashioned from a bullmouth shell. It depicts