This wonderful antique Victorian cameo brooch features a pinchbeck frame and a central bullmouth shell carving depicting the side profile of a Bacchante, a follower of the Roman God Bacchus, God of wine and festivity, who are often depicted with berries and ivy leaves in their hair. 

Roman style Cameos were highly sought after in the 19^th century during the “Grand Tour” days when tourists developed a fascination with destinations such as Rome. They often depicted Goddesses and characters from mythology and became a favourite of Queen Victoria also. 

A wonderful piece of history that’s highly collectable and all in excellent condition.

WEIGHT: 9 grams

MEASURES: Width 32mm x Height 37mm x Depth 8mm

METAL: Pinchbeck

STONES: Bullmouth Shell Cameo (27 x 34mm)

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860)

CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age

ITEM NUMBER: 19-399 

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