Antique Vict Victorian C-Clasp High Relief Lava Cameo Brooch Pin Beaded Silver F For Sale

Antique Victorian High-Relief Carved Cream Lava Cameo Brooch Pin – Beaded Silver SettingUp for sale is a stunning, authentic piece of history: an antique Victorian-era carved cameo brooch. This exquisite piece features a beautifully detailed, high-relief (three-dimensional) bust of a classical woman with flowers in her hair, masterfully carved into a cream-colored lava stone (often referred to as a Cellini-style lava cameo).The cameo is housed in a handsome mixed-metal frame featuring a delicate beaded edge border. The back reveals a classic Victorian \"C-clasp\" and a long, extended pin stem typical of jewelry from the mid-to-late 1800s.Key Features & Details:

• Era: Victorian (circa 1860s–1890s).
• High Relief Carving: Unlike flat shell cameos, this stone carving features highly dramatic 3D depth, projecting prominently from the base.
• Victorian C-Clasp: Features the signature old-style open \"C\" clasp and a heavy-gauge hinge/pin assembly.
• Measurements: Measures approximately 1.25 inches (long) by 1 inch (wide). Please refer to the ruler photo for precise framing scale.

Condition:Good antique condition with beautiful historic character. The carved face shows minimal wear and retains crisp features. The silver frame has a gorgeous, deep unpolished age patina. The rear white backing plate has some light surface scuffing/wear consistent with age. The original C-clasp mechanism and pin function perfectly and hold securely.