Victorian Nyx Cameo Brooch operculum reminiscent of a life-saver

reminiscent of a life-saver

Teal Paste Gemstones - 18

Some chips/nibbles to the diamond

It's crafted in 14 karat gold

Inner measurements: 5

Victorian Nyx Cameo Brooch operculum reminiscent of a life-saverDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 A fantastic Victorian shell cameo brooch depicting Nyx, the Goddess of night. The detailing is great, with winged figure carrying her two sleeping sons (Hypnos and Thanatos). Hypnos, the god of sleep, and his twin brother Thanatos, the god of death symbolize how sleep and death are intertwined in the darkness. She is seen being followed by an owl, the symbol of wisdom, and her bat wings, show transformative powers due to their