Antique Victorian Neotrigonia Shell Trident Brooch - c1880
$2,600.00
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The Greek sea god Poseidon and his Roman counterpart Neptune are often associated with a three pronged trident. The spear is believed to be symbolic of power and the holy number three. This wonderful Victorian era trident brooch features a platinum topped gold spear head mounted on a gleaming 14 karat rose gold shaft. The trident is gracefully wrapped in a twisted rose gold rope that frames a soft iridescent pink Neotrigonia shell cradling a singular radiant pearl. A timeless symbol of power and grace. c1880.
Weight: 10 grams
Metal: 14 karat rose gold and platinum
Measurements: 3" long