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Large Victorian Cameo & Silver Brooch 'Psyche and Cupid' C.1850
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Large Victorian Cameo & Silver Brooch 'Psyche and Cupid' C.1850

19th century
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Large Victorian Cameo & Silver Brooch 'Psyche and Cupid' c.1850

Lovely carved cameo from the Victorian era.

The large cameo depicts a scene from the Greek myth 'Psyche and Cupid'

The cameo is placed in a silver frame.

The cameo can be worn as a brooch or as an pendant.

Measurements: H. approx. 2.25 Inches (6cm) - W. approx 1.75 Inches (4.5cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Original Retro has dated this Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121410
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Valley Antique Centre

Hollins Mill

Suite 5 Unit 8

Pennine Industrial Park

Valley Road

Hebden Bridge

HX7 7BZ

(0044) 01422 887420 or (0044) 07780 687139

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Every day from 10 pm - 16.00 am

Description
Large Victorian Cameo & Silver Brooch 'Psyche and Cupid' c.1850

Lovely carved cameo from the Victorian era.

The large cameo depicts a scene from the Greek myth 'Psyche and Cupid'

The cameo is placed in a silver frame.

The cameo can be worn as a brooch or as an pendant.

Measurements: H. approx. 2.25 Inches (6cm) - W. approx 1.75 Inches (4.5cm)

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Original Retro has dated this Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121410
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An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a carved white relief depiction of Psyche and Cupid set against an orange shell background in a silver setting.
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Archive I An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a carved white relief depiction of Psyche and Cupid set against an orange shell background in a silver setting.

Large Victorian Cameo & Silver Brooch 'Psyche and Cupid' C.1850

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Suite 5 Unit 8
Pennine Industrial Park
Valley Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 7BZ
United Kingdom
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An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a carved white relief depiction of Psyche and Cupid set against an orange shell background in a silver setting.
Large Victorian Cameo & Silver Brooch 'Psyche and Cupid' c.1850
Ref: SA1121410
An oval Victorian shell cameo brooch featuring a carved white relief depiction of Psyche and Cupid set against an orange shell background in a silver setting.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialShell, Silver
  • ColourOrange, White
  • MotifsRelief carving, Oval bezel setting, Pin clasp mechanism
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This Victorian brooch dates from 1850 and takes the form of an oval shell cameo depicting the mythological figures Psyche and Cupid in white relief against a warm orange background. The detailed carving shows winged figures seated near classical vessels and architectural elements, all enclosed within a thin silver bezel setting that includes a visible pin clasp mechanism on the reverse. The natural layers of the shell display tonal variations ranging from deep translucent amber to milky white, with subtle natural markings near the base. Measuring 6 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, and 1 cm deep, the piece functions as both a wearable brooch and a pendant. It suits daily wear pinned to a lapel, scarf, or jacket, or suspended from a chain around the neck, bringing a touch of classical Victorian design to contemporary personal accessories.

FAQs

A Victorian shell cameo brooch features a relief motif hand-carved into marine shell, depicting classical or mythological figures, set within a metal surround.

19th-century cameos were carved from layers of conch or helmet shell, as well as hardstones, and were commonly mounted in sterling silver or gold settings.

Authentic shell cameos display subtle natural growth lines, varied depth across carved layers, and characteristic signs of age such as surface oxidisation on the metal setting.

An antique cameo brooch can be attached to lapels and scarves, or preserved inside a glass shadow box or velvet display tray.

Clean carved shell gently using a soft, dry lint-free cloth, avoiding harsh chemicals, liquids, and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
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