Mother of Pearl Cameo Brooch
Mother of Pearl Cameo Brooch
Victorian Era (Grand Victorian Period) Circa 1860-1885
This Cameo Brooch is featured in hand carved Mother of Pearl sitting in an 18-karat yellow gold frame. 38mm from top to bottom.
Cameos heighted in popularity after the death of Queen Victorias husband, Prince Albert. The Queen, attired with mourning garb, set off a wave of popularity with mourning jewelry such as cameos which were often worn to honor loved ones.
Item sold in current condition.
#436-276