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Early Victorian "Hebe" Oyster Shell Cameo Brooch sardonyx The butterfly represented the soul

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The butterfly represented the soul - or Psyche - in Greek mythology

It's crafted in 9 karat gold and set with a single pearl in a star setting

With French hallmarks and comfortably designed clip on backs

56ct Fancy Intense Orangish-Yellow Diamond

The stone became known as "Ceylonese Magnet"

Early Victorian "Hebe" Oyster Shell Cameo Brooch sardonyx The butterfly represented the soulDATE: 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

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