Lot 253 , An unusual shell cameo brooch, late 19th century

An unusual shell cameo brooch, late 19th century, set with an oval cameo depicting a winged angel over a celestial globe, above a ribbon banner bearing the motto 'FIANT LVMINARIA' ('Let there be light'), mounted in gold, measuring 5.7 x 4.7cm
£80-120

Condition:
Attractive and very well carved.

Sold for £550