Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch green sapphire jewellery and other accessories

jewellery and other accessories

hexagonal in shape

both traits manifested beautifully here

The stones are secured by a diagonal 14k gold bar

Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch green sapphire jewellery and other accessoriesDATE: 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