Sizable Grand Tour Letter Opener Depicting the Goddess Athena hair pansies this Sicilian coral and gold

this Sicilian coral and gold fringe necklace is a super fun example

Castellani developed a method to alter new gold to have the same tone and patina as age-old pieces

and I love how this one looks on hand

Age/Origin: Italy c

making this piece an overall must-add in any ring stack or collection

Sizable Grand Tour Letter Opener Depicting the Goddess Athena hair pansies this Sicilian coral and goldA magnificent museum quality piece that fits in the palm of your hand! Words almost cant describe this stunning 19th century piece. Crafted circa 1860 in white conch shell, this piece is an outstanding relic of the Grand Tour era displaying the pocket sized statuette of the Goddess Athena, standing regally at attention with her shield at her side. Carved and presented in 360 splendor, this statuette was perhaps the handle of a letter opener, or was