19th Century 9ct Gold Cassis Tuberosa Helmet Shell Cameo Tie Pin of a Roman Goddess feed-agegroup-adult During the 19th century

During the 19th century

the special position of the laurel was connected with Apollo’s love for Daphne

from Airedale

The buckle motif was first popularised in the Victorian era as a symbol of eternity

We have never seen such a fabulous pair of Edwardian diamond earrings

19th Century 9ct Gold Cassis Tuberosa Helmet Shell Cameo Tie Pin of a Roman Goddess feed-agegroup-adult During the 19th centuryThis 19th Century tie pin features a depiction of a Roman goddess carved from a helmet shell. Originating from the 1840s, it is believed to have been acquired during the Grand Tour, a popular travel trend during the Georgian and Victorian era.