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Posted 10 years ago
clmason456
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I love Cameos; I just don't know a lot about them. The single one is about 2 1/2 inches long. The two others are about 1 1/2 inches long. Thank you, in advance for anything I could learn about them.
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I love the one with flowers!
http://www.collectorsweekly.com/fine-jewelry/cameos
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameo_(carving)
Thank you, Valentino97 and Gillian, for the references.
Thank you, Courtenayantiques, for the love!
All 3 are carved from helmet shell, which goes by a number of names in the cameo world, including cameo shell & carnelian shell, for the similarity of color with the stone carnelian.
Judging by the findings- jewelry speak for the hardware, the hinge, clasp & pin - these date to approx. the 1930s.
Bouquets of flowers are just pretty, of course, but can also signify friendship. The 2 ladies are a little out of focus but both appear to be Psyche:
http://cameotimes.com/index.php/profiles-1/minor-gods/psyche
:)
Thank you, Cameosleuth. I just say your comments. I do appreciate the education. And, thank you, for all the loves.