Victorian Cupid and Psyche Carnelian Cameo Pendant/Brooch

A truly fine cameo, both its motif and execution are fantastic. Depicted in the scene is “Cupid and Psyche”, the son of Aphrodite and the beautiful woman he falls in love with. The carnelian pops with vivid color, the carving milky white and beautifully detailed. This pendant and brooch combination piece is gorgeous jewelry that paints a whimsical setting, fascinating its audience with its beauty then with its story. Circa 1865