Victorian Nyx Cameo Brooch

Victorian Nyx Cameo BroochStriking 19th century neoclassical cameo brooch depicting the Greek goddess Nyx. Nyx was goddess of the night, near universally feared, and mother of various deities including Hypnos (Sleep), Thanos (Death), Doom, and the Tribe of Dreams. She's often depicted veiled with her eyes closed in sleep, and alongside an owl, a crescent moon, and with poppies (for their sleep inducing properties). Homer states that Nyx was both feared and respected, even by

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Stylish antique signet ring with the initials CH (or HC) engraved onto the rectangular face

the ring dating from the late Victorian era circa 1890

Condition: Great vintage condition with light patina

with beautiful floral and foliate engraving

20ct old European cut diamond

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It's crafted in 15ct gold with the remnants of Birmingham hallmarks still just about visible to the inner band

The bangle is built around a flat brass plate that sits against the skin (see images)

who told him the only way to atone for his crime was to seek out Eurystheos