Carved Shell Cameo Set

This demi-parure is a carved shell cameo set. Its age is unknown but I purchased it from an elderly woman (87) who said it was her mother's. I estimate the age to be between 1920 and 1950. The roll over clasp was advertised as early as 1913 and available in 1920. The brooch measures 1 7/8 " by 1.5 inches. Including back pin it is nearly 1/2 thick.

Early 1900's Carved Shell Cameo

Demi-parure Carved Shell Cameo

The metal has retained its luster and shows no tarnish. It appears to have some gold content but no markings are on any of the pieces to indicate so.

Left and Right Faced Cameo Clip On Earrings

The earrings have a left and right facing cameo.

And clip on backs.

Each earring measures 3/4 inch x 1/2 inch.

Back of Clip On Earring from Cameo Set

Back of Carved Shell Cameo with Color Variation on Shell

Side View of Carved Shell Cameo Brooch c1920-1950

Clip on earrings








Notice the shell color variation bleeding through on the back side of cameo brooch.













Note the uneven shell thickness. That can be seen from top to bottom and side to side.


Available through foxdenfindings on eBay. PayPal accepted. $90 plus shipping

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