Antique Victorian Coral Cameo Brooch Whitby Jet Frame Circa 1860 Gold AGE: Dated 1965

AGE: Dated 1965

MEASURES: Height 23mm x Width 22mm x Depth 8mm

featuring the word "MIZPAH" in raised rose gold letters across the centre bar

The piece is inlaid with eleven polished Montrose agates which are found along the east coast of Scotland and are desired for their greyish-blue colouring and natural bands that are unique to this form of agate

At its heart sits a large

Antique Victorian Coral Cameo Brooch Whitby Jet Frame Circa 1860 Gold AGE: Dated 1965An exquisite antique Victorian brooch from the mid 19th century featuring a wonderful angel skin coral cameo in the centre depicting the side profile of a lady with grapes and vine leaves woven into her hair. Angel skin is a unique form of coral desired for its rarity and pale pink colouring. It was often used as a base for cameos which were highly sought after in the 19th century during the 'Grand Tour' days when tourists developed a fascination with