19th Century 9ct Gold Cassis Tuberosa Helmet Shell Cameo Tie Pin of a Roman Goddess feed-condition-used which confused and bewitched the

which confused and bewitched the Duke who witnessed it

which is suspended from two smaller diamonds - all with millegrain settings

The shoulders are also set with diamonds

Surrounding the sapphire is half a carat of old cut diamonds that are well matched in colour

This cut captures both the charm of antique diamonds and the brilliance of contemporary styles

19th Century 9ct Gold Cassis Tuberosa Helmet Shell Cameo Tie Pin of a Roman Goddess feed-condition-used which confused and bewitched theThis 19th Century tie pin features a depiction of a Roman goddess carved from a helmet shell. Originating from the 1840s, it is believed to have been acquired during the Grand Tour, a popular travel trend during the Georgian and Victorian era.