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What are cameos made of?

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What are cameos made of?
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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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

Antique Gilt Mary Joseph and John Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
representation of faith, family, and tradition—ideal for collectors of devotional or antique cameo jewelry
Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Copper

Antique Yellow Gold "Venus with Cupids" Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
versatility. A fine example of 19th-century artistry, ideal for collectors of mythological or cameo jewelry
Category

Antique 19th Century Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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 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

14k Yellow Gold Agate & Onyx Cameo Bracelet
Located in Sewickley, PA
intricately hand-carved, highlighting the artistry and elegance of traditional cameo jewelry. A secure box
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Yellow Gold

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