Victorian Carved Shell Bird Brooch anchor earrings Exquisite in detail and symbolism

Exquisite in detail and symbolism

The photo inside this charm is about the size of a pinhead and can be read by holding it up to the light

The crab is also the symbol of the Zodiac's Cancer sign representing those who's birthdays fall between June 21 -July 23

popularized during the Egyptian Revival movements of the 19th and early 20th centuries

Victorian Carved Shell Bird Brooch anchor earrings Exquisite in detail and symbolismA little birdie told us you were looking for a lovely antique brooch, and we've got just the piece! This feathered beauty (circa 1860 1880) is carved out of one piece of pale pink conch shell. The brooch has a base metal findings and measures 1. 6 inches from wing tip to wing tip by 2. 1 inches from head to tail. The piece is in great condition. Materials: Shell.