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Pinchbeck Shell Cameo

19th century
Sold 15 October 2026 · Bushells Antiques
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Description

Victorian Pinchbeck Shell cameo

ITEM REFERENCE

97807-1658-

DIMENSIONS

Height: 6.5 cm

Width: 6 cm

Depth: 2.5 cm

ERA

Victorian

PERIOD

1837 - 1901, C19th (Victorian)

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

England

CONDITION

Wear consistent with age and use

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this Pinchbeck Shell Cameo Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1063171
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Description
Victorian Pinchbeck Shell cameo

ITEM REFERENCE

97807-1658-

DIMENSIONS

Height: 6.5 cm

Width: 6 cm

Depth: 2.5 cm

ERA

Victorian

PERIOD

1837 - 1901, C19th (Victorian)

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN

England

CONDITION

Wear consistent with age and use

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Pinchbeck Shell Cameo Brooch to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1063171
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An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount. SOLD15 OCT 26
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Archive I An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount. SOLD15 OCT 26

Pinchbeck Shell Cameo

Archive II An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount. View II
Archive III An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount. View III
Archive IV An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount. View IV
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An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount.
Pinchbeck Shell Cameo
Ref: SA1063171
An oval antique shell cameo depicting a classical figure and an eagle carved in white relief against an orange shell background, framed in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount.
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  • ObjectBrooches & Pins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPinchbeck, Shell
  • ColourGold and Cream
  • MotifsScrollwork mount, classical figure relief, oval frame
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

This Victorian brooch is a shell cameo set in a gold-toned Pinchbeck scrollwork mount. The oval piece displays a white carved relief depicting a classical figure and an eagle against an orange shell background, secured within an ornate frame with curved scroll mouldings at the top and bottom. A metal pin projects from the reverse side for fastening. The item measures 6.5 cm high, 6 cm wide, 2.5 cm deep, with visible surface wear to the frame consistent with age and use. In a modern home, it can be pinned to a lapel, scarf, or jacket as a traditional accessory, or displayed in a decorative tray or jewellery case.

FAQs

A Pinchbeck shell cameo brooch is an antique item of jewellery featuring a hand-carved shell relief, often depicting mythological scenes, mounted in Pinchbecka copper and zinc alloy created in the eighteenth century as a substitute for gold.

Antique shell cameos are typically hand-carved from helmet or conch shells, utilising the natural colour variations between layers to create contrast, and set into gold, silver, Pinchbeck, or gilt brass mounts.

Authentic shell cameos display subtle carving marks under magnification, natural growth lines, and varying background transparency, whereas glass or resin imitations exhibit smooth, moulded surfaces and uniform thickness.

An antique cameo brooch can be worn on the lapel of a tailored jacket, used to secure a silk scarf, or mounted inside a glazed frame for tabletop display alongside other period curiosities.

Clean a shell cameo gently using a soft cloth and mild soapy water, avoiding harsh chemicals or immersion, and store it away from direct sunlight and dry heat to prevent cracking.
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