Bracelet
Jewellery
Inventory number
2019.2.18.2.JW.BR.C1860.ITDescription
Silvered metal bracelet, with an integrated snap fastener, and set with seven hand carved volcanic lava cameos, depicting classical female figures in very high relief.Volcanic lava jewellery traditionally came from the lava of Vesuvius which erupted in 79AD destroying Pompeii. This type of jewellery became popular during the 'Grand Tour' days of the English aristocracy in the 19th century.
Materials
MetalVolcanic lava
Origin
circa 1860 Naples, ItalyDimensions
Width : 3 cmLength : 19 cm