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The 15 carat gold shines buttery bright and gives the piece a surprising heft
Stone: Rubies (0
deep hand-carved engraving and an acetate glazed locket compartment within
The head features a fluted dish back
Condition: Great antique condition (note
17th Century Athena Hardwood Cameo Brooch lapis The 15 carat gold shinesA rare and remarkable hardwood cameo brooch depicting Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of War, Wisdom, and Handicrafts. The wood, likely oak, has been stained a deep chestnut brown, and set into a 19th century silver brooch mount, but the cameo itself is older, probably French, dating from the late 17th century. A warrior goddess and protector of cities, Athena was closely associated with Nike, goddess of victory, although unlike Ares, also a war
