Antique Victorian Cameo Swivel Brooch Locket 9Ct Gold Circa 1860

Details

This beautiful Antique Victorian cameo swivel brooch locket has been commissioned in Bullmouth Shell with a 9ct Yellow Gold frame. The cameo features a wonderful portrait which swivels inside the frame to display a window on the back, in which can be kept a photograph or a memento.

Cameos have been carved since ancient times and saw a revival during the Victorian era due to Queen Victoria’s fascination with the pieces. Bullmouth Shell was often used as a base for Cameos for its beautiful natural patterning which takes expert skill to carve.

A gorgeous brooch and a wonderful piece of history to be treasured.

We recommend you insure for £850. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.

WEIGHT: 18.9 grams

FACE MEASURES: Width 50mm x Height 57mm x Depth 10mm

METAL: 9ct Yellow Gold

STONES: Bullmouth Shell

AGE: Victorian, Circa 1860

ORIGIN: United Kingdom

CONDITION: Good, Some wear to rear locket casing.

ITEM NUMBER: 19-230