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What are cameos made of?
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What cameos are made of varies. During the Victorian age, when cameos were most popular, artisans produced them out of an array of natural materials, including mother-of-pearl, shells, agate, ivory, onyx and coral. Modern-day reproductions may feature resin or other man-made materials. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of cameos.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Shop for Cameo Jewelry on 1stDibs
Dior Cameo Short Costume Pearl Necklace, 2000s
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Short costume pearl necklace composed of several rows and with three cameos
Category
Early 2000s French Choker Necklaces
Vintage Shell Last Supper Cameo Brooch 9k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
depicting the Last Supper; part of our cameo jewelry collections.
This exceptional and large vintage brooch
Category
Vintage 1970s Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in London, GB
chain.
Cameo jewellery became popular during the Victorian era, which lasted from 1837 to 1901, and was
Category
20th Century English Victorian Brooches
Materials
9k Gold
Antique and Vintage Carved Shell and 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
cameo jewellery collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive antique ring has been crafted in 18k
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Cocktail Rings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Cameo Pendant Yellow and White Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Vintage Italian Cameo Pendant is a beautifully crafted piece of jewelry that combines the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Hardstone and 0.78 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Black Cameo Brooch Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set black cameo brooch; part of our diverse antique cameo jewelry and estate jewelry collections
Category
Antique 1880s Unknown Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
