Victorian Ram’s Head Etruscan Revival Brooch pink_sapphire Note how the tail blends

Note how the tail blends into the acanthus leaves

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Converted from a set of antique cufflinks

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Victorian Ram’s Head Etruscan Revival Brooch pink_sapphire Note how the tail blendsTechniques such as granulation and applied wire work were rediscovered during the 1800s, notably based on Greek and Etruscan jewelry uncovered from archeological sites. Two luminaries in the field that contributed to its long popularity were Castellani and Guillano. Luckily for us mortals, there are stellar examples that don't always command 5 to 6 figure price tags. One such is this awe inspiring brooch, utilizing the ram's head at one side and a