About
This exceptional cameo brooch depicts a famous mosaic by the 2nd Century BC artist Sosus of Pergamon. Its was a subject of intrigue for Pliny the Elder, and as such became known as "The Doves of Pliny". The shell cameo sits in a 15ct gold late Georgian mount, and likely dates to the same era.
Details
- CreatorUnknown
- Of the Period
- Place of originUnited Kingdom
- Date of manufactureCirca 1820
- Period
- Metal
- ConditionGood. Some solder present on the fittings, and the shell has a natural stress line which would have been present when carved. Visible from behind however concealed from the front. Of little consequence..
- WearWear consistent with age and use.
- Dimensions
H 1.15 in. x W 1.34 in.
H 29 mm x W 34 mm
- Weight7.1 g
- Seller locationSale, GB
- Seller reference number4961
- Reference numberLU17322348033
Shipping, Returns & Payment
- Shipping
Global Shipping Available
View all shipping quotes - Return Policy
This item can be returned within 3 days of delivery.
View details
- Online Payment Methods1stdibs accepts the following payment methods
- Item InvoiceGenerate an invoice that you can customize and print.
About the Seller
Top Seller
Vetted
1stdibs seller since 2015
Typical response time: 16 hrs
Located in Sale, GB
You may also contact the seller by phoneCall seller through 1stdibs
More From This Seller
Antique Mid-Victorian Iris Shell Cameo Brooch
Unknown
An especially beautiful shell cameo brooch dating from the mid-19th Century. The subject is the Greek goddess Iris, the personification of the rainbow and messenger of the gods. More...
Antique Victorian "Antinous" Shell Cameo Gold B...
Unknown
A stunning antique cameo brooch depicting Antinous, the Emperor Hadrian's lover. Hadrian was introduced to Antinous in 123 AD and became instantly besotted on account of his angelic ...
Victorian Bramah Key Gold Brooch
Unknown
This unusual 15ct gold brooch dates to the mid-19th Century, and holds a special kind of key within. The Bramah lock was invented by Joseph Bramah in 1784, and features a cylindrical...
Antique Victorian Diamond Enamelled Spider Brooch
Unknown
A late Victorian spider brooch, finished in vitreous guilloche enamelling and set with diamonds and ruby eyes. It's a good size (3.8cm across), and is finely worked in 15 karat gold....
You May Also Like
Cameo Brooch
$944 Sale Price
20% Off
Cameo Brooch
Unknown
Elegant and evergreen cameo brooch(5.50gr) mounted in 12Kt gold. Tot weight 12.2 gr
R.f. 812004
Antique Victorian Carved Shell Cameo Brooch in ...
Unknown
This lovely Cameo brooch shows a picture of a women nurturing a bird carved into the shell. Mounted in 15ct unmarked yellow gold with a decretive edge directly above and below, and e...
Victorian Bull Mouth Shell Cameo Brooch
Unknown
For more details please click continue reading down below...
This stunning antique Victorian cameo brooch is made with Bull mouth shell. Circa 1860
Set in 18ct Gold gilt.
The wond...
Antique Victorian Cameo Gold Brooch, circa 1860
Unknown
For more details please click continue reading down below..
This fabulous Victorian high carat Gold cameo boasts a spectacular high relief profile carving.
Carved from bull mouth s...
Classical Shell Cameo Brooch Pin Signed
Unknown
Victorian shell cameo brooch in 9ct gold frame. 6cm x 5cm. Signed to rear.
Gold and Agate Napoleon III Cameo Brooch
Unknown
Beautiful antique Cameo Brooch, Napoleon III era, circa 1850.
High quality 3 colours Agate , gold 18k
Weight: 16.709 grams.
Dimensions: 4.60 * 4 cm.
Antique Victorian Shell Portrait Cameo Brooch 9...
Unknown
This fabulous 9ct Yellow Gold Cameo brooch is Circa 1880.
The carving is very high relief and well executed showing the lovely workmanship in her hair and face and has been carved f...
Victorian Gold Cameo Brooch in Original Box, ci...
Unknown
This is a fabulous Victorian cameo brooch in its original box, Circa 1900
The frame is set in 9ct Gold depicting pretty flowers, so lovely!
This brooch is hand carved from bull mou...
Why Shop on 1stdibs?
Only Vetted, Professional Sellers
Buyer Protection Guaranteed
Fully Insured Global Deliveries