Antique cameo jewelry

Cameos are one of the most enduring and beautiful forms of portraiture. And good examples in jewelry are highly prized – and can be very valuable. But what makes a cameo worth a lot of ... Read more

Is your cameo vintage and what is it worth? Here are 8 easy to follow steps to tell if your cameo is vintage and place a value on it.

Cameos have been treasured throughout the ages. They are made from hand carved shell, agate, marble, coral and precious gemstones, and even made from volcano lava. Early Cameo History It's generally thought that cameos originated in the Middle Eastern regions over 2000 years ago. They wouldn't have been used for the decorative purposes we love…

A web site that presents old and antique cameos, shell, hardstone and coral cameos.

A web site that presents old and antique cameos, shell, hardstone and coral cameos.

Vintage cameos are often carved from shell, hardstone, and even glass. Discover the history of cameo jewelry, and what makes some cameos more desirable than others.

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19th Century Neoclassical Shell Cameo Parure Set in Original Case - Italy Comprised of a necklace, earrings (day-to-night with removable drops),...

Antique Cammeo Sourrounded with red coral , 35/40 mm. Antique Brooch and pendant silver gold plated cameo sorrounded by real genuine italian corals frame. One of the kind!

Learn all about cameos--their history, creation, use in jewelry, value, and more--in this book excerpt by jewelry expert and gemologist Jeanenne Bell, G.G.