Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch green sapphire both traits manifested beautifully here

both traits manifested beautifully here

one of the nicest we've ever had at Butter Lane Antiques

tests as 9k gold and silver (Selene is silver plated brass)

hexagonal in shape

that lead the eye in towards the main stone

Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch green sapphire both traits manifested beautifully hereDATE: 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