Antique 9ct Gold Alexander the Great & Diogenes Cameo Brooch Victorian Solid 9k 375 Barrel Roman Philosopher Rare Unique Jewellery Jewelry
Antique 9ct Gold Alexander the Great & Diogenes Cameo Brooch Victorian Solid 9k 375 Barrel Roman Philosopher Rare Unique Jewellery Jewelry
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DESCRIPTION: A beautiful and rare antique Victorian cameo brooch, depicting a brilliant scene of Alexander the Great meeting Diogenes the Philosopher. The cameo is genuine carnelian shell and has been masterfully carved. It's mounted in a thick solid 9ct 375 gold frame, with a rope border. The item is stamped "9ct". The total weight of the brooch is 23.03g and the size dimensions are in the later photos. The cameo is signed on the rear. There is a small hairline crack on the rear and a dark mark on the front, see pictures/video.