Magnificent Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold carved Cameo brooch. The master carved Cameo depicting an extremely detailed carved left facing portait of the Greek goddess ,Psyche.

Magnificent Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold carved Cameo brooch.
The master carved Cameo depicting an extremely detailed carved left facing portait of the Greek goddess ,Psyche.Her hair adorned with flowers and leaves and an butterfly wing ontop of her head , wearing an traditional Greek robe with a string of Pearls around her neck.

Psyche was the goddess of the soul in ancient Greek and Roman mythology. Born a mortal woman, her beauty rivaled that of Aphrodite (Venus) and inspired the love of Aphrodite's son, Eros, god of desire.
Psyche's mythological imagery in ancient art is represented with butterfly wings, amply depicted in pottery as well. Freed from death, the body of the soul could fly freely, soaring, departing from the shackles of the chrysalis.

Measurements :This lovely Brooch measures 3.7cm x 3cm.The Cameo measures 3cm x 2.4cm .Total weight of 7.8grams.