Lot 688 , A Victorian yellow metal mounted chalcedony cameo brooch, the carving incorporating three classical faces and a rams head, 35mm.
A Victorian yellow metal mounted chalcedony cameo brooch, the carving incorporating three classical faces and a ram's head, 35mm.
Estimate £200-300
Cameo size - 2cm x 1.5cm
Cameo cracked horizontally, more visible from reverse/ So lead souldering visible around hook. Cameo spray on one side and claws are missing in this area. Not tested for gold.
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Sold for £240