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Victorian Carved Ivory Lily of the Valley Cameo Brooch Pin
This Lilly-of-the-Valley Ivory Brooch is a superb example of the art of Victorian carving. Captured with life-like details, each tiny bell shaped flower and leaf reveal the talent of a master carver. During the time of Queen Victorian (1837 - 1901), the language of flowers served as a unique form of communication between lovers and friends. This Lilly-of-the-Valley brooch conveys the message "return to happiness" and "you have made my life complete". It is occasionally referred to as "the tears of the Virgin Mary" for its purity. One of my personal favorite in this collection, this is truly an amazing work of art. Both the carving and the original safety-clasp pin back are in excellent condition.
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