Mercury wing brooch

An antique finish silver and gold vermeil brooch with a pendant teardrop cabochon garnet. 35mm wide, the garnet is 8mm x 12mm.

Based on Edwin Hall artwork for a mid-twentieth century carnival ride. the Roman god Mercury was a common motif used in carnival artwork, as he symbolised the concept of speed.

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From the Cabinet Collection.