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Cameo Pin
Jewelry
Shell cameo in oval shape featuring profile of Greek Goddess Demeter - the Goddess of Harvest and Agriculture, who presides over grains and the Earth. There are wheat sheaths coming out of her hair and her bodice/fabric. There is a scythe coming from her right shoulder. The frame appears to be sterling silver but there are no markings to indicate this. Stamped decorative detail on frame. Scalloped edge on back of frame. Tube hinge with c-clasp and pin extending beyond clasp. 1 3/4" long 1 1/2" wide
2025.16.017
The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection
Jewelry
Historic Costume
1880 - 1910
Silver
Shell
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