Antique Victorian era shell cameo brooch/pendant finely hand carved with a winged Hebe pouring water for a drinking bird, most likely Zeus' eagle, set in a brass rope-edged oval frame with pendant bail and C-catch, circa 1870s–1900s.  Hebe is the ancient Greek goddess of youth and was the daughter of Zeus and Hera; in this scene she is depicted alongside an eagle, which represents her father, Zeus, pouring divine nectar or ambrosia from a pitcher into a bowl for the eagle to drink, symbolizing eternal rejuvenation.  In Roman mythology, she was known as Juventas, the personification of youth.

Measurements: weight 12g, 48x37mm

Condition: good antique condition with some surface wear & tarnish to frame, shell in excellent condition

Markings: n/a

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