Antique Hand Carved Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique hand-carved shell cameo brooch showcases two winged muses in exquisite detail. Set in
Early 20th Century Brooches
Mixed Metal
Antique Hand Carved Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This antique hand-carved shell cameo brooch showcases two winged muses in exquisite detail. Set in
Mixed Metal
Vintage Victorian Carved Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Victorian Carved Shell Cameo Brooch is a stunning example of timeless elegance and
Antique Victorian c1870’s Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An Antique Victorian Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch with a bail - provision to wear a piece as a
9k Gold
Vintage Italian 1950's Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Vintage Finely Carved Shell Cameo Brooch is depicting a profile of a young lady, incredibly
9k Gold
Antique 14 Karat Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Antique 14 Karat Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant with engraved filigree around octagon bezel
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 10K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch of the Goddess Hera (or Juno)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique carved shell cameo brooch. In a 10K gold mount. With a bezel-set, carved shell
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch & Pendant Convertible
Located in Miami, FL
A timeless vintage hand-carved shell cameo depicting a graceful classical lady in profile, set in
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch & Pendant, Classical Lady, 34mm
Located in Miami, FL
Antique hand-carved shell cameo in solid 14K gold, depicting a classical female profile with
14k Gold
Vintage Large Hand Engraved 18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Natural Genuine Shell - Carved Cameo - Medium Orange Color w/ Cream Carving - 63.61 x
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Large Hand Engraved 18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– Natural Genuine Shell - Carved Cameo - Medium Orange Color w/ Cream Carving - 63.61 x
Yellow Gold
Trio of Antique Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pin Pendants w Gold Diamonds Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
This beautifully romantic collection of antique hand carved cameo brooches each depicts unique a
Diamond, Gold
Antique Edwardian Dutch Hand Carved Shell Cameo Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique Dutch brooch made of hand carved shell cameo and 14 karat yellow gold. It was
Yellow Gold
Shell Cameo and Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Intricately carved shell cameo brooch set in 18 karat yellow gold. Dimensions L 2 1/4 x W 1 3/4
Gold Plated Large Oval Carved Lady Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in London, GB
Beautiful large carved shell cameo brooch of a lady, in a lovely gold plated setting with a rope
Victorian Carved Shell and Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian 15 karat yellow gold, carved shell cameo brooch; part of
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Floral Cameo Round Brooch/Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
Dated from the 1940s, this beautiful 14k gold, hand carved shell cameo brooch features an exquisite
Vintage Hand-Carved Shell Cameo 14K Gold 3.57g Pendant Brooch 3.75cm x 2cm
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
This vintage hand-carved shell cameo brooch features a classical female portrait in profile, bezel
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant, Classical Goddess, 10K Gold
Located in Chesterland, OH
Antique Victorian hand-carved shell cameo brooch pendant, depicting a classical female warrior in
10k Gold, Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Shell Cameo Brooch, Early 20th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A finely carved shell cameo brooch set in a decorative 14 karat gold frame, dating to the early
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Shell Cameo 10K Gold Frame 5.08g Brooch Pendant 3cm x 2.5cm
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
This vintage hand-carved shell cameo brooch features a classical female bust in profile, framed in
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 12k Handcarved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage 12k Hand-Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant is a timeless treasure that reflects the
Vintage Victorian Carved Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Victorian Carved Shell Cameo is a beautiful example of 19th-century craftsmanship and
Vintage Victorian 12k Carved Shell Cameo Heart Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage Victorian 12k Carved Shell Cameo Heart Brooch is a romantic and elegant piece
Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Carved Female Cameo Shell Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This vintage estate 10K yellow gold brooch showcases a hand-carved oval shell cameo, featuring a
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Art Deco Convertible Brooch - 14k Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Carved Shell Cameo Style
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ammendola Oval Hand Carved 2 Ladies Italian Shell Cameo Brooch
Located in beverly hills, CA
Vintage shell cameo brooch, meticulously hand-carved from Italian cornelian shell. This exquisite
9k Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Vintage Brooch - 14k Cameo Silhouette Oval Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Carved Shell Cut: Cameo
Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Brooch – Hand-Carved Shell Cameo in 18ct Gold Setting
Located in Milano, MI
Refined late 19th-century brooch featuring a hand-carved shell cameo depicting an elegant female
Gold
14k Yellow Gold Cameo w/ Diamond, Vintage Filigree Carved Shell Brooch Pin
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
14k Gold Carved Cameo Shell Brooch and Pendant. Xlarge in size. 1.8mm diamond in the necklace
Yellow Gold
Antique Solid Gold Large Carved Shell Cameo Rose Cut Diamond Bow Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Shell - Carved Cameo - Oval Shape - Bezel Set - Orange Peach w
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Shell w/ Filigree Frame Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Shell - Oval Cut - Salmon Base w/ Cream Color Carving - 24.36 x
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Retro 10k Rose & Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Floral Frame Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Incredible Detailed Work !!! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Carved Shell - Oval Shape - Bezel
Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Carved White Pink Shell Cameo Brooch w/ Diamond Frame
Located in Montclair, NJ
features a VERY DETAILED, oval shaped, high relief cameo carved from a natural white and pink shell that
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Classic Art Deco 14k White Gold Carved Cameo Shell Open Work Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Shell - Oval Cut - Salmon Base w/ Off-White Color Carving - 30.18
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
DANECRAFT signed vintage 12kt gf gold filled shell cameo pearls designer brooch
By Danecraft
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed DANECRAFT 12KT GF • gold filled carved shell cameo • vintage designer brooch
Victorian Gentleman's Shell Cameo Brooch, Gold Setting, U.K., Circa 1870's
Located in Chatham, CA
Exceedingly rare Victorian custom made hand carved gentleman's shell cameo brooch or pin - right
Gold-filled
Antique Hand Carved Shell Portrait Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Antique Cameo Brooch Pendant depicting a Beautiful Young Woman. The Hand Carved
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique imperial Russian Cameo Gold Brooch
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 1899s imperial russian era carved natural shell cameo 14k gold brooch woman profile hall
Art Deco Hand Carved Portrait Shell Cameo Gold Pin Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Carved oval Cameo is securely set in a Handmade 14K yellow Gold bezel and and filigree surround
14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1920 Edwardian Hand Carved Three Color Shell Cameo in 10 Karat Gold Filigree Pin
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous Edwardian three-color shell cameo set into a stunning 10k white gold frame with
10k Gold, White Gold
Antique "Cupid on Venus's Lap" Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Tender and exquisitely carved, this antique shell cameo brooch captures an intimate mythological
Gilt Metal
Antique English Irish Victorian Three Graces Shell Cameo Pendant w Gold
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Magnificent hand-carved shell antique cameo brooch pendant featuring a the artist's depiction of
9k Gold, Gold
C1850 English Victorian Angelic Cameo Gold Frame Brooch signed by J. Mouhe
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cherubs dancing on clouds adorn this heavenly antique bull's mouth shell cameo brooch carved in mid
18k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Edwardian Silhouette Convertible Brooch - 14k Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Edwardian Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Carved Shell Cameo
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,201Sale Price|36% Off
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Carved Shell Cameo Papal Brooch & Earrings Suite
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian shell, and yellow gold brooch and earrings, each with a carved shell panel depicting
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Shell Vintage Brooch/Pendant - 10k Carved Cameo Silhouette Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Carved Cameo Style: Brooch/Pendant Fastening Type: Hinged Pin and Whale Tail Bullet Clasp Theme
10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carved Shell Cameo 12K Gold Filled Necklace Pendant and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Antique carved shell cameo necklace with pendant in 12 Karat gold. It has additional pin and may be
Antique Dionysus Carved Shell Cameo pendant brooch solid Gilt Silver/11.4gr
Located in SE
German natural Seed pearls and Diamond pendant made in ca. early 1900s. Vague hallmarks on the back side, metal was tested to be solid 14K Yellow Gold The pendant is 33 mm from the...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver
1919 Medusa Gorgo Pendant Brooch Carved Shell Cameo solid 18K Gold / 21 gr
Located in SE
Antique pendant/brooch with hand- carved Shell Cameo depicting the head of Medusa Gorgo. Cameo
18k Gold
Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Vintage Venus & Psyche Brooch/Pendant 14k Mythology Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Carved Shell Cameo Style: Brooch
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 10K Gold Victorian Swivel Mourning Cameo Brooch Locket Tooth & Hair 1860
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique 10k yellow gold carved shell swivel cameo mourning brooch/locket, with hair & a
Gold
Victorian 48mm Hand-Carved Shell Cameo Brooch Depicting Mill Scene with Figure
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Victorian Shell Cameo Brooch Featuring Rustic Mill Scene Description: This finely hand-carved shell
Vintage 18ct Gold Large Shell Cameo Brooch Pin c1970s Heavy 7.9g 750 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD GOLD CARVED SHELL CAMEO BROOCH DETAILS Material: 18ct (750/000) Solid Yellow Gold - thick
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Large Shell Cameo Brooch Pin c1970s Heavy 6.2g 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD GOLD CARVED SHELL CAMEO BROOCH DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Yellow Gold - thick and
Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 9ct Gold Large Shell Cameo Brooch Pin c1946 Heavy 6.6g 375 Purity
Located in Camelford, GB
HEAVY GOLD GOLD CARVED SHELL CAMEO BROOCH DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Yellow Gold - thick and
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Cameo Italiano. Flowers and Portrait hand carved on Sea Shell Cameo Brooch.
By Cameo Italiano - Diluca S.R.L
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fully hand-carved flowers and a classic protrait on sea shell cameos set in a 18ct Gold plated
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$249
Antique Victorian Hand-Carved Cameo Shell Gold Gilt Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Italian horizontal pink and white shell hand-carved cameo set in gold gilt metal brooch/pin
Vintage brooches, which refer to decorative jewelry traditionally pinned to garments and used to fasten pieces of clothing together where needed, have seen increasing popularity in recent years.
While jewelry trends come and go, brooches are indeed back on the radar thanks to fashion houses like Gucci, Versace, Dior and Saint Laurent, all of which feature fun pinnable designs in their current collections. Whether a dazzlingly naturalistic Art Nouveau dragonfly, a whimsical David Webb animal, a gem-studded bloom or a streamlined abstract design, these jewels add color and sparkle to your look and a spring to your step.
Given their long history, brooches have expectedly taken on a variety of different shapes and forms over time, with jewelers turning to assorted methods of ornamentation for these accessories, including enameling and the integration of pearls and gemstones. Cameo brooches that originated during the Victorian age are characterized by a shell carved in raised relief that feature portraits of a woman’s profile, while 19th-century micromosaic brooches, comprising innumerable individually placed glass fragments, sometimes feature miniature depictions of a pastoral scene in daily Roman life.
At one time, brooches were symbols of wealth, made primarily from the finest metals and showcasing exquisite precious gemstones. Today, these jewels are inclusive and universal, and you don’t have to travel very far to find an admirer of brooches. They can be richly geometric in form, such as the ornate diamond pins dating from the Art Deco era, or designer-specific, such as the celebrated naturalistic works created by Tiffany & Co., the milk glass and gold confections crafted by Trifari or handmade vintage Chanel brooches of silk or laminated sheer fabric. Chanel, of course, has never abandoned this style, producing gorgeously baroque CC examples since the 1980s.
Brooches are versatile and adaptable. These decorative accessories can be worn in your hair, on hats, scarves and on the lower point of V-neck clothing. Pin a dazzling brooch to the lapel of your blazer-and-tee combo or add a cluster of smaller pins to your overcoat. And while brooches have their place in “mourning jewelry,” in that a mourning brooch is representative of your connection to a lost loved one, they’re widely seen as romantic and symbolic of love, so much so that a hardcore brooch enthusiast might advocate for brooches to be worn over the heart.
Today, find a wide variety of antique and vintage brooches for sale on 1stDibs, including gold brooches, sapphire brooches and more.
The care that went into crafting this jewel, with its lifelike carved petals and diamond accents, matches the sentiment it represents.
For starters, it is one of the jewelry designer’s most celebrated works.
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
Stellene Volandes takes us on a glittering, engrossing tour through the centuries.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.