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How can I tell if my coral cameo is real?
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There are a few tell-tale signs you can look for to determine whether your coral is real or fake. One thing you can do is hold your cameo up to the light and look for a silhouette of the design; a real shell will show an outline. You can also try the hot needle test by placing a hot needle on the cameo. If it’s plastic there will be some melting. Shop a collection of authentic cameos from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique Filigree Coral Cameo Earrings
Located in Milano, MI
Antique earrings with coral cameos surrounded by gold filigree (18ct). With hinged hook fittings
Category
Antique 1890s Dangle Earrings
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Gold with Coral Cameo Pin Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 14 karat gold pin brooch with coral cameo featuring a woman's face, Italy late 1800s
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Brooches
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian Coral Cameo Bib
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extraordinary coral cameo bib from the late 19th Century. Each cameo is finely carved in high
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Antique Carved Coral Cameo Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A chic yellow gold ring featuring a carved coral cameo of a gentleman’s profile. Circa late
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Fashion Rings
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Victorian Coral Cameo Brooch
Located in Huntington Woods, MI
from Coral. The smaller cameo on the hinged lower portion appears to be a child's face carved from
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Angel Skin Coral Cameo & Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Angel Skin Coral Cameo & Diamond Brooch Pendant
18k white gold pin set with a carved coral face
Category
Vintage 1980s Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold