Vintage Bullmouth Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch 9Ct Gold Dated 1965 Opal inspiring jewellers to create traditional

inspiring jewellers to create traditional Celtic-inspired pieces for collectors

They were often decorated with colourful gemstones to enhance their beauty and value

It’s complete with Birmingham hallmarks that date it to the year 1928

MARKS: Eastern European silver/ maker’s marks

MEASURES: Size L ½ (UK)

Vintage Bullmouth Shell Cameo Portrait Brooch 9Ct Gold Dated 1965 Opal inspiring jewellers to create traditionalA beautiful vintage Cameo brooch from the 1960s depicting the profile of an elegant lady hand carved from a bullmouth shell and set in a 9ct gold rope edge frame. Cameos have been carved since ancient times and saw a revival during the Victorian era due to Queen Victorias fascination with the pieces. Bullmouth Shell was often used as a base for Cameos for its beautiful natural patterning which takes expert skill to carve. The piece is complete with