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Vintage Victorian Cameo Pendant
Vintage Victorian Cameo Pendant

Vintage Victorian Cameo Pendant

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embrace timeless beauty with this vintage Victorian cameo pendant, a graceful tribute to 19th

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Late 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Large Victorian Cameo 14k yellow gold pendant
Large Victorian Cameo 14k yellow gold pendant

Large Victorian Cameo 14k yellow gold pendant

Located in New York, NY

This large Victorian Cameo is set with a 14k backing and loop. The cameo is scrupled from natural

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Princess
Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Princess

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Princess

Located in Chesterland, OH

This Victorian unmounted Carnelian shell cameo depicting the right-facing profile of the Princess

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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Models and Miniatures

Victorian Cameo Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Victorian Cameo Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold

Victorian Cameo Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

Victorian Cameo Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold This antique Victorian pendant is crafted in 14k yellow

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1890s Victorian Cameo Brooch Of A Gentleman
1890s Victorian Cameo Brooch Of A Gentleman

1890s Victorian Cameo Brooch Of A Gentleman

Located in South Pasadena, CA

1890s Victorian Cameo Brooch Of A Gentleman. The Victorian Cameo Brooch Of A Gentleman from the

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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Back Carved Walnut Sofa
Antique Victorian Cameo Back Carved Walnut Sofa

Antique Victorian Cameo Back Carved Walnut Sofa

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian cameo back carved walnut sofa having three cameo backs with quality carvings to

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sofas

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Brooch Greek Young Lady
Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Brooch Greek Young Lady

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Brooch Greek Young Lady

Located in Chesterland, OH

We are thrilled to present this amazing Victorian Cameo Brooch, dating back to the 1830s-1850s. The

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pinchbeck

Antique Victorian Cameo Brass Peacock Fireplace Fan Folding Screen
Antique Victorian Cameo Brass Peacock Fireplace Fan Folding Screen

Antique Victorian Cameo Brass Peacock Fireplace Fan Folding Screen

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Victorian Cameo brass peacock fireplace fan folding screen. Gorgeous French brass "peacock

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Early 20th Century Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Cameo Pendant
Antique Victorian Cameo Pendant

Antique Victorian Cameo Pendant

Located in New York, NY

A fine example of Victorian-era craftsmanship, this antique cameo pendant features a beautifully

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Cameo Cufflinks
Antique Victorian Cameo Cufflinks

Antique Victorian Cameo Cufflinks

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k rose cold with Shell Cameos. Circa late 1800s

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Cameo Brooch Bar Pin
Victorian Cameo Brooch Bar Pin

Victorian Cameo Brooch Bar Pin

Located in Seattle, WA

Possibly Coral on brass, materials unconfirmed. Bar Pin Art Deco with small (unknown) green jewels. Vintage condition as pictured. Listing is for described item only.Box H2 Dimens...

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Vintage 1970s Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Cameo Micro-Mosaic BroochPin
Antique Victorian Cameo Micro-Mosaic BroochPin

Antique Victorian Cameo Micro-Mosaic BroochPin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The 18 karat yellow gold antique Victorian bar brooch features a beautifully intricate cameo at its

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Cameo Bracelets Gold Pearl Zeus Athena Neoclassical Goddess Circa 1860
Victorian Cameo Bracelets Gold Pearl Zeus Athena Neoclassical Goddess Circa 1860

Victorian Cameo Bracelets Gold Pearl Zeus Athena Neoclassical Goddess Circa 1860

Located in New York, NY

Victorian period with magnificent hand carved God and Goddess cameos of Zeus and Athena of the finest

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Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Victorian Cameo Bracelet 14 Karat Gold Neoclassical Goddess Maiden Circa 1860
Victorian Cameo Bracelet 14 Karat Gold Neoclassical Goddess Maiden Circa 1860

Victorian Cameo Bracelet 14 Karat Gold Neoclassical Goddess Maiden Circa 1860

Located in New York, NY

Indulge in a Museum Quality Antique Cameo Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold dating to the Victorian period

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Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Venus & Cupid Mourning Brooch
Antique Victorian Cameo Venus & Cupid Mourning Brooch

Antique Victorian Cameo Venus & Cupid Mourning Brooch

Located in Montreal, QC

Victorian gold-plated cameo carving of Venus & cupid mourning brooch pendant. The center turn as

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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Antique Victorian Cameo Pearl Gold Multi Row Bracelet
Antique Victorian Cameo Pearl Gold Multi Row Bracelet

Antique Victorian Cameo Pearl Gold Multi Row Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Victorian 14k gold 4 row bracelet, featuring two hardstone cameo stations, depicting a

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Pendant Necklace with Pearls 14K Gold c.1880
Antique Victorian Cameo Pendant Necklace with Pearls 14K Gold c.1880

Antique Victorian Cameo Pendant Necklace with Pearls 14K Gold c.1880

Located in London, GB

We are delighted to offer this exquisite antique Victorian cameo pendant necklace made c.1880. The

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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Bacchante Pin Brooch, Circa 1890
Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Bacchante Pin Brooch, Circa 1890

Antique Victorian Cameo Shell Bacchante Pin Brooch, Circa 1890

Located in Chesterland, OH

We are thrilled to offer you a beautifully carved Victorian Carved Cameo Brooch from the late 19th

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Cameo Seed Pearl Pendant Lavalier 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Cameo Seed Pearl Pendant Lavalier 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Cameo Seed Pearl Pendant Lavalier 14k Gold

Located in beverly hills, CA

From victorian era, this lavalier cameo with beautiful silhouette of a woman features seed pearls

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Cameo Carved Conch Shell c1880 St George Dragon Antique
Victorian Cameo Carved Conch Shell c1880 St George Dragon Antique

Victorian Cameo Carved Conch Shell c1880 St George Dragon Antique

Located in Newtown, CT

Victorian carved whole conch Shell c1880. Beautiful and rare item to find! This was hand carved in

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Shell

Victorian Cameo Carving of A Woman with Pink Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Victorian Cameo Carving of A Woman with Pink Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace

Victorian Cameo Carving of A Woman with Pink Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous pendant necklace, showcasing a beautiful Victorian blue cameo woman found at the center

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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Bracelet Pendant Earrings Set Cameo 18K Gold Original Box, 1900
Victorian Bracelet Pendant Earrings Set Cameo 18K Gold Original Box, 1900

Victorian Bracelet Pendant Earrings Set Cameo 18K Gold Original Box, 1900

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

Victorian Cameo Set Bracelet Pendant Earrings 18 Karat Gold in it's Original Box. Victorian cameo

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Early 20th Century Victorian More Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Victorian 12k Handcarved Cameo Pendant Brooch
Vintage Victorian 12k Handcarved Cameo Pendant Brooch

Vintage Victorian 12k Handcarved Cameo Pendant Brooch

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Vintage Victorian 12k Hand-Carved Cameo Pendant Brooch is a beautifully preserved piece of

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'

Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'

Located in Big Bend, WI

Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet (#J4362) Victorian cameo bracelet

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Hardstone Cameo Pendant Brooch
Antique Victorian Gold Hardstone Cameo Pendant Brooch

Antique Victorian Gold Hardstone Cameo Pendant Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

Victorian Cameo pendant brooch Beautiful Hardstone Cameo Filigree detailing, two colour gold

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Antique 1890s North American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Bacchante Cameo Brooch
Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Bacchante Cameo Brooch

Antique Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Bacchante Cameo Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite Victorian cameo brooch features Bacchante, a female follower of Bacchus, the Roman

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

10k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Cameo Brooch of Hebe Feeding the Eagle
Antique Victorian Gold Cameo Brooch of Hebe Feeding the Eagle

Antique Victorian Gold Cameo Brooch of Hebe Feeding the Eagle

Located in Chesterland, OH

Victorian cameo depicting Hebe, the Goddess of Youth and cupbearer to the Gods. In this cameo, Hebe

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Brooches

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Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Signet Style Ring
Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Signet Style Ring

Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Signet Style Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Victorian ring. In 14k gold. With a carved agate cameo cabochon of a woman in

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings

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Agate, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Signet Style Ring
Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Signet Style Ring

Antique Victorian 14k Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Signet Style Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Victorian ring. In 14k gold. With a carved agate cameo cabochon of a man in

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings

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Agate, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 19th century gold and carved banded agate cameo brooch
Antique 19th century gold and carved banded agate cameo brooch

Antique 19th century gold and carved banded agate cameo brooch

Located in Braintree, GB

neoclassical influence, popular in Victorian cameos. Gold Filigree Frame: Surrounding the cameo is an ornate

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Decorated Locket Pendant
18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Decorated Locket Pendant

18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Decorated Locket Pendant

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

inches Time period of origin: 1880's Beautiful antique Victorian cameo pendant that features a carved

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 10K Gold, & Black Agate or Onyx Cameo Ring
Antique Victorian 10K Gold, & Black Agate or Onyx Cameo Ring

Antique Victorian 10K Gold, & Black Agate or Onyx Cameo Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Victorian gold and agate/onyx cameo ring. In 10 karat gold. With a prong-set black

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Agate, Onyx, Pearl, 10k Gold

Antique Carved Hardstone and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
Antique Carved Hardstone and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch

Antique Carved Hardstone and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian 18 karat yellow gold, carved hardstone cameo brooch; part

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Antique 1860s French Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold and Seed Pearls Agate Cameo Brooch, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Gold and Seed Pearls Agate Cameo Brooch, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Gold and Seed Pearls Agate Cameo Brooch, 19th Century

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A beautifully preserved Victorian cameo brooch, finely crafted in 9-karat gold and set with a hand

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant
Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant

Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

each stone. This exceptional antique Victorian cameo pendant is the finest of its type you could hope

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Antique 1880s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Victorian Cherub, Eros and Dolphin Chariot Shell Cameo Pendent/Brooch
18ct Gold Victorian Cherub, Eros and Dolphin Chariot Shell Cameo Pendent/Brooch

18ct Gold Victorian Cherub, Eros and Dolphin Chariot Shell Cameo Pendent/Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

exquisite Victorian cameo, crafted from shell and set in radiant 18ct yellow gold, is a stunning tribute to

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

STUNNING VICTORIAN CARNELIAN HARDSTONE CAMEO RING - Solid 14K Gold + Seed Pearls
STUNNING VICTORIAN CARNELIAN HARDSTONE CAMEO RING - Solid 14K Gold + Seed Pearls

STUNNING VICTORIAN CARNELIAN HARDSTONE CAMEO RING - Solid 14K Gold + Seed Pearls

Located in Galveston, TX

the Victorian hardstone cameo market, this is AS GOOD AS IT GETS!! See the back-lit photos revealing

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Dieppe Carved Ivory Cameo Pendant
Antique Dieppe Carved Ivory Cameo Pendant

Antique Dieppe Carved Ivory Cameo Pendant

Located in Chesterland, OH

An utterly distinctive and truly captivating vintage treasure! This Victorian cameo, meticulously

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Neptune Arising from the Sea with Horses Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold VIctorian
Neptune Arising from the Sea with Horses Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold VIctorian

Neptune Arising from the Sea with Horses Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold VIctorian

Located in New York, NY

Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian Cameo Pendant with an image of the God Neptune or Poseidon

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Cronus with Dionysus Cameo Brooch
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Cronus with Dionysus Cameo Brooch

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Cronus with Dionysus Cameo Brooch

Located in New York, NY

This Victorian Cameo brooch features a beautifully carved scene depicting two iconic figures from

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Moonstone Cameo Ring of 14k Gold
Antique Moonstone Cameo Ring of 14k Gold

Antique Moonstone Cameo Ring of 14k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

antique condition, this ring is a rare and captivating example of late Victorian cameo workmanship

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Antique 1890s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

Antique Chalcedony 18 Karat Gold Cameo Pendant w Matching Cameo Earring Set
Antique Chalcedony 18 Karat Gold Cameo Pendant w Matching Cameo Earring Set

Antique Chalcedony 18 Karat Gold Cameo Pendant w Matching Cameo Earring Set

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

consisting of a Pre-Victorian Cameo Pendant and Earring Pair is in remarkable condition. Believed to be hand

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Antique 1870s French Artisan Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Gold

Rare Dove Bird Flower Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold Victorian High Relief
Rare Dove Bird Flower Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold Victorian High Relief

Rare Dove Bird Flower Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold Victorian High Relief

Located in New York, NY

This is an absolutely stunning and very rare antique Victorian Cameo Pendant with a high relief

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman Medusa Intaglio Earrings
Ancient Roman Medusa Intaglio Earrings

Ancient Roman Medusa Intaglio Earrings

Located in New Orleans, LA

two additional Victorian cameos, these one-of-a-kind, museum-quality intaglio earrings remain a prized

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

HERMES Paris Turquoise Long Double Face Silk Scarf "Petite Main"
HERMES Paris Turquoise Long Double Face Silk Scarf "Petite Main"

HERMES Paris Turquoise Long Double Face Silk Scarf "Petite Main"

By Hermès, Cathy Latham

Located in Amsterdam, NL

: This detailed and colorful design includes imperial eggs, Victorian cameos, buttons, coins and a

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20th Century French Scarves

Antique Shell 0.72 Carat Ruby and 0.78 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
Antique Shell 0.72 Carat Ruby and 0.78 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch

Antique Shell 0.72 Carat Ruby and 0.78 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

yellow gold cameo brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections This

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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Agate Cameo Earrings
Victorian Agate Cameo Earrings

Victorian Agate Cameo Earrings

Located in Milano, MI

Victorian period earrings, with cameo on bicolour agate, mounted in 12ct pink gold. With hinged

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Agate

Victorian Goddess Cameo Brooch
Victorian Goddess Cameo Brooch

Victorian Goddess Cameo Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

“Goddess of The Day” Shell Cameo Brooch Beautiful Fine Engraving Either Side 9ct Rose Gold

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold

Mid Victorian Shell Cameo
Mid Victorian Shell Cameo

Mid Victorian Shell Cameo

Located in New York, NY

Lovely mid Victorian shell cameo with a exquisitely carved Neoclassical beauty with ornate

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Antique 1880s American Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Micromosaic Cameo Brooch
Victorian Micromosaic Cameo Brooch

Victorian Micromosaic Cameo Brooch

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century stone cameo brooch with micromosaic dove details. Unusual to have the combination

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian Coral Cameo Bib
Victorian Coral Cameo Bib

Victorian Coral Cameo Bib

Located in Riverdale, NY

Extraordinary coral cameo bib from the late 19th Century. Each cameo is finely carved in high

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Victorian Stone Cameo Locket
Victorian Stone Cameo Locket

Victorian Stone Cameo Locket

Located in New York, NY

Victorian stone cameo locket circa 1880 of black and white carved agate. The hinged locket of 14kt

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Vintage Victorian Scenic Cameo Brooch
Vintage Victorian Scenic Cameo Brooch

Vintage Victorian Scenic Cameo Brooch

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Vintage Victorian Scenic Cameo Brooch is a timeless piece of antique elegance, showcasing

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Mid-20th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Brass

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Victorian Cameo For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact victorian cameo you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1176 vintage or 48 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a victorian cameo may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic victorian cameo over the years, but those made by Jill Garber, Karen Sugarman Designs and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A victorian cameo can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 171 agate versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Most of our victorian cameo for sale are for women, but there are 551 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Victorian Cameo?

The price for a victorian cameo starts at $90 and tops out at $203,154 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,850.

A Close Look at Victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.