Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch gold plated with simple concealed gold bail

with simple concealed gold bail to the back and otherwise constructed in silver

with a "Good Luck" applied motif with surrounding floral engraved detail

one that (in my opinion) is only accentuated by the antique patina it's acquired over the past century

At 22 inches it's a great length

Victorian Hermes Shell Cameo Brooch gold plated with simple concealed gold bailDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A fabulous antique shell cameo brooch depicting the greek God Hermes, the messenger of the Gods. He was portrayed as a full grown and bearded man, usually clothed in a long tunic and often wearing a cap and boots with wings. In this piece, we can see his cap, and the textures of his hair.. The detailing is great. It dates from the Victorian period and is rendered in high relief with a 9k gold mount. Hermes was the ancient