Victorian 9 Carat Gold Rose-Cut Diamond Brooch with Roman Cameo

A rare Victorian brooch featuring an authentic ancient Roman cameo depicting a classical warrior in high relief. The carved stone dates from 1st-3rd century AD and was later mounted in the Victorian era (circa 1850-1880) within a 9 carat yellow gold and silver frame. The cameo is encircled by a halo of rose-cut diamonds, a hallmark of mid-Victorian craftsmanship, frequently seen in mourning brooches and antique Victorian cameo brooches.

This highly collectible piece represents the Victorian fascination with classical antiquity, where ancient artefacts were repurposed into luxury jewellery. A rare opportunity to acquire an antique Victorian cameo brooch with genuine Roman origin.

Dimensions
Height: 2.8cm
Width: 1.7cm
Weight: 5 grams

Specifications
Metal: 9ct Yellow Gold and Silver
Period/Era: Roman cameo (1st-3rd century AD) in Victorian mount (circa 1850-1880)
Primary Stone: Genuine Roman cameo depicting warrior figure
Secondary Stones: 24 Rose Cut Diamonds, approximately 0.03 carats each
Mount/Setting: Silver-topped gold oval bezel setting

Diamond Details
Cut: Rose Cut
Quantity: 24
Estimated Per-stone Weight: 0.03 ct
Estimated Total Carat Weight: 0.72 ct
Colour: G-H (approximately)
Clarity: SI-I (approximately)
Setting: Silver collet 

Condition Report

Light surface wear consistent with age; cameo intact and well-preserved; diamonds secure; pin mechanism functions correctly