Victorian Oyster Shell Purse and amethyst cocktail ring to a 7 chrysoprase The first charm

The first charm

Converted from a late 19th Century stick pin

one straight and one curved inwards

An incredible iridescent sea snail shell forms to body of this Victorian brooch (with silver fittings ingeniously added to the back)

it feels a more appropriate descriptor than simply Art Deco

Victorian Oyster Shell Purse and amethyst cocktail ring to a 7 chrysoprase The first charmDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 During the Victorian era, coins were a little smaller to what they are today, and this little purse would have been perfect for keeping them safe. Made from an oyster shell, this fantastic purse is lined with red and white material, creating three small pouches. Its hinged down one side and opens and fastens with florally decorated metal fittings. The shell itself is smooth and iridescent, and overall just a pretty cool place