Early Victorian "Hebe" Oyster Shell Cameo Brooch bulgari surrounded by pearls and ruby

surrounded by pearls and ruby eyes

very popular - but I've never seen a figural fob such as this one

Rose cut diamonds - total carat weight approx

tests as silver and 9k gold

Early Victorian "Hebe" Oyster Shell Cameo Brooch bulgari surrounded by pearls and rubyDATE: Victorian, c. 1840 Stunning early Victorian oyster shell cameo brooch depicting Hebe carrying a bowl of ambrosia. Hebe was, to the ancient Greeks, was cupbearer to the gods and, more importantly, she was responsible for keeping them eternally young (or if not young, at least no longer ageing). Along with the usual Olympian traits of superhuman strength, immortality, vitality, etc., she had influence over eternal youth, and the ability to restore