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Vintage Hand Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant – 26 x 32mm – Ornate Gold-Tone...
Description
A lovely vintage hand-carved shell cameo brooch/pendant , depicting the classical profile of a lady. The cameo is carved from natural shell, showing the traditional two-tone effect with a white figure against a warm brown background.
The ornate frame is gold-tone metal (likely rolled gold or gilt brass) with filigree-style detailing. It has a rollover clasp and a hidden bail, so it can be worn as either a brooch or pendant.
Size: approx. 26mm x 32mm
Era: Circa 1940s–1950s
Condition: The cameo shows a visible crack to the back (see photos) but remains stable and wearable. Some age-related tarnish to the frame, consistent with its vintage nature. Priced accordingly.
A charming vintage cameo for collectors or as a wearable piece of history.
Vintage 1940s–50s hand-carved shell cameo brooch/pendant. Ornate gold-tone frame. 26x32mm. Crack to back – stable and wearable.
Description
A lovely vintage hand-carved shell cameo brooch/pendant , depicting the classical profile of a lady. The cameo is carved from natural shell, showing the traditional two-tone effect with a white figure against a warm brown background.
The ornate frame is gold-tone metal (likely rolled gold or gilt brass) with filigree-style detailing. It has a rollover clasp and a hidden bail, so it can be worn as either a brooch or pendant.
Size: approx. 26mm x 32mm
Era: Circa 1940s–1950s
Condition: The cameo shows a visible crack to the back (see photos) but remains stable and wearable. Some age-related tarnish to the frame, consistent with its vintage nature. Priced accordingly.
A charming vintage cameo for collectors or as a wearable piece of history.
Vintage 1940s–50s hand-carved shell cameo brooch/pendant. Ornate gold-tone frame. 26x32mm. Crack to back – stable and wearable.