Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch connemara marble with the most gorgeous antique

with the most gorgeous antique gold patina

prevent their jewels being take

Set into a later high carat gold signet ring mount

Offered with original box and papers

Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch connemara marble with the most gorgeous antiqueDATE: 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