A Rare French Shell Cameo of Terpsichore in 18ct diamond Many experts have suggested that

Many experts have suggested that this is most likely related to its wonderful and clever ability to climb around places such as walls as well as trellises

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To the left of the central cameo

Gemstones were often used during the Victorian period and helped keep jewelry affordable for the mass market

Once faceted and mounted to catch as much light as possible

A Rare French Shell Cameo of Terpsichore in 18ct diamond Many experts have suggested thatParticularly challenging to find, French shell cameos set in 18ct are things of wonder. Especially from the middle of the 19th century, they posess a different type of archaeological revival aesthetic than English or American jewelry of the era this French hallmarked example features a boulework decorated frame that terminates in four faceted disco balls that create further polarity for our star, the Grecian muse, Terpsichore, to dance within. Often