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Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch of Arethusa Antique cameo brooch of the water nymph
Arethusa. Twisted wire brass frame, gilded a bright gold. My camera
made the background shell slightly seem more reddish than it truly is and also
muted the brightness of the frame. Circa 1850. 2-1/4 inches
including frame. There is writing scratched on the back that is mostly
illegible, possibly "Cav ref" or "Car..." and the number
(date?)1855. The clasp was replaced with a more secure safety clasp at
some point. There is one very small, very light stress line (only visible
when held to the light) and a few small areas of slight darkening on the
frame. Otherwise, like-new condition.
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