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18ct Gold Shell Cameo of Lady & Eagle (Hebe and Zeus)

629B/OJ
Written by Olly Gerrish

A beautifully detailed carved shell cameo of Hebe and Zeus. Hebe was supposed to have the power to give eternal youth, and in art is typically seen with her father in the guise of an eagle, often offering a cup to him. This depiction seems to relate to a belief that the eagle (like the phoenix) had the ability to renew itself to a youthful state. The mount is 18ct gold with fine wirework detail.

Item Number
629B/OJ
Measurements
2.5 in / 6.3 cm in height (at highest point) by 2.2 in / 5.5 cm in width (at widest point).
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Tested to 18ct gold
Condition
Excellent
Discovered
15 years ago
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