Antique Victorian Coral Cameo Brooch Whitby Jet Frame Circa 1860 Gold Celestial jewellery became increasingly sought

Celestial jewellery became increasingly sought after during the 19th Century as people began to look up at the stars and heavens once more with renewed fascination

(Circa 1900)

MEASURES: Height 23mm x Width 22mm x Depth 8mm

ITEM NUMBER: 6607

MARKS: 375/ 9ct stamp

Antique Victorian Coral Cameo Brooch Whitby Jet Frame Circa 1860 Gold Celestial jewellery became increasingly soughtAn exquisite antique Victorian brooch from the mid 19th century featuring a wonderful angel skin coral cameo in the centre depicting the side profile of a lady with grapes and vine leaves woven into her hair. Angel skin is a unique form of coral desired for its rarity and pale pink colouring. It was often used as a base for cameos which were highly sought after in the 19th century during the 'Grand Tour' days when tourists developed a fascination with