18k Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch

Description:  An antique Victorian 18ct high relief shell cameo brooch and pendant, with safety chain, in warm yellow gold.

Measures:  45.6mm x 52.8mm

Weight:  16.27g

Note:  “The Death of Hyacinthos” (1801) an oil painting by Jean Broc (1771–1850) depicts the tragic Greek myth of Apollo’s grief at the death of the young Spartan prince Hyacinthos. It was said that Apollo begged to turn mortal and have Hades kill him so that the two lovers could remain together.