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10k Gold/Silver Romantic Boat Scene Cameo c.1890

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Description

This is a late Victorian hand-carved shell cameo brooch, circa 1880–1900, depicting a romantic boating scene with a seated musician playing a stringed instrument and a standing figure with a plumed hat. The cameo is set in an ornate openwork frame that tests as 10k gold with silver elements. The back shows evidence of some repairs, and the original extended pin and C-clasp are present. The shell carving is intact and displays good depth. The brooch measures approximately 2 3/4’’ by 2 1/4’’ and weighs about 25.8 grams.