Coral Cameo of Goddess Flora c. 1850 April 4th Materials and Features: pinchbeck

Materials and Features: pinchbeck

The glass is rendered in dark shades of purple and green

the production of silver jewelry flourished

Tromp I'Oeuil Glass

Coral Cameo of Goddess Flora c. 1850 April 4th Materials and Features: pinchbeckFlora is not only a goddess but also a Latin word that means flower. Before she was a Roman goddess, Flora was a Greek goddess by the name of Khloris, and in Greek that doesn't mean flower but it does mean green, which is why the green stuff in leaves is called chlorophyll. This extremely high relief cameo dates to the mid 19th century and was originally a stick pin. In excellent condition, she is ready to begin her life as a ring with a bang; 9