A shell cameo brooch, circa 1860

A shell cameo brooch, circa 1860

The oval shell plaque carved in high relief to depict Apollo driving his chariot, driven by four horses, within a ropetwist and beaded border, later pin fitting, width 5.1cm., fitted case by Carrington & Co., 130 Regent St. W. Sold for £1,440

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