Vintage Bullmouth Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch 9Ct Gold Dated 1965 Carnelian CONDITION: Excellent – Hallmarks faded

CONDITION: Excellent – Hallmarks faded slightly from previous sizing

PENDANT MEASURES: 40mm across x 60mm down

hand carved from volcanic lava stone

” citrine has long been associated with prosperity

Each link is fashioned in silver and leads to a secure box clasp at the end

Vintage Bullmouth Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch 9Ct Gold Dated 1965 Carnelian CONDITION: Excellent – Hallmarks fadedA beautiful vintage Cameo brooch from the 1960s depicting the profile of an elegant lady hand carved from a bullmouth shell and set in a 9ct gold rope edge frame. Cameos have been carved since ancient times and saw a revival during the Victorian era due to Queen Victorias 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. The piece is complete with