Greek Goddess Athena is carved with exquisite detail in this stunning Victorian cameo brooch! Athena is among the most prominent Greek Gods, presiding over war strategy and wisdom, as well as peace and sober reflection. Here she is depicted in her Pallas Athena warrior form, laden in intricate armor and crowned with her signature helmet. Her helmet is impossible to overlook, as it features a face on its front! A feathery plume appears to cascade from its top, though it is not mere decoration but ends with the head of a dragon at the top, its tongue slithering out above the helmet's face! This spectacular cameo was carved with immaculate artistic detail between the 1870s and 1880s and remains a marvelous masterpiece, capturing the enduring allure of Greek mythology! 

• Made between the 1870s and 1880s
• Set in 14k yellow gold
• Shell cameo, handcarved
• Measures 1 3/4 inches by 2 1/8 inches
  

Inventory # P19577