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Large cameo jewelry selection contemporary and classic cameos available.
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PalmBeach Jewelry Antiqued Cameo Pendant-Necklace 47721

PalmBeach Jewelry Antiqued Cameo Pendant-Necklace 47721

$44.99

Offering all the delicate beauty of an antiqued cherished heirloom, this multiple-chain pendant-necklace with lovely lucite cameo pendant is a study in femininity beautiful... [Read more]

PalmBeach Jewelry Silver Cameo Ring 386625

PalmBeach Jewelry Silver Cameo Ring 386625

$79.99

The classic appeal of our cameo ring is everlasting with its delicate silhouette and intricate open-work detailing. A lovely accent worthy of becoming a family heirloom des... [Read more]

PalmBeach Jewelry Silver Cameo Ring 386629

PalmBeach Jewelry Silver Cameo Ring 386629

$79.99

The classic appeal of our cameo ring is everlasting with its delicate silhouette and intricate open-work detailing. A lovely accent worthy of becoming a family heirloom des... [Read more]

PalmBeach Jewelry Silver Cameo Ring 386626

PalmBeach Jewelry Silver Cameo Ring 386626

$79.99

The classic appeal of our cameo ring is everlasting with its delicate silhouette and intricate open-work detailing. A lovely accent worthy of becoming a family heirloom des... [Read more]

PalmBeach Jewelry Oval-Shaped Genuine Shell Cameo Genuine Onyx 10k Yellow Gold Classic Cameo Ring 483598

PalmBeach Jewelry Oval-Shaped Genuine Shell Cameo Genuine Onyx 10k Yellow Gold Classic Cameo Ring 483598

$140.99

Heirloom elegance in every detail, this cameo ring is a fashion collectible to be cherished for years to come with its finely sculpted silhouette set against contrasting bl... [Read more]

PalmBeach Jewelry Oval-Shaped Genuine Shell Cameo Genuine Onyx 10k Yellow Gold Classic Cameo Ring 4835910

PalmBeach Jewelry Oval-Shaped Genuine Shell Cameo Genuine Onyx 10k Yellow Gold Classic Cameo Ring 4835910

$140.99

Heirloom elegance in every detail, this cameo ring is a fashion collectible to be cherished for years to come with its finely sculpted silhouette set against contrasting bl... [Read more]

Woman Mother of Pearl Cameo Pendant/Pin

Woman Mother of Pearl Cameo Pendant/Pin

$495.00

Working in the cameo and coral art for over five generations this Del Gatto cameo features a stately woman with flowers on beautiful mother of pearl showcased in a gold fra... [Read more]

Three Graces - 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Cameo Earrings

Three Graces - 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Cameo Earrings

$1,298.00

An extraordinary display of technique and craftsmanship Tagliamonte's 18K yellow gold earrings showcase stunning hand carved mother of pearl portraying the Three Graces... [Read more]

Cameo Brass Ring

Cameo Brass Ring

$325.00

A vintage-inspired cameo is set in a strass-adorned frame next to a large red stone. Elaborate designs around the ring add to the ornate vintage feel. One size only: approx... [Read more]

Three Graces - 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Cameo Pendant

Three Graces - 18K Gold Mother of Pearl Cameo Pendant

$1,148.00

An extraordinary display of technique and craftsmanship Tagliamonte's 18K yellow gold pendant showcases stunning hand carved mother of pearl portraying the Three Graces... [Read more]

Three Graces - 18K Gold Green Mother of Pearl Cameo Ring

Three Graces - 18K Gold Green Mother of Pearl Cameo Ring

$838.00

An extraordinary display of technique and craftsmanship Tagliamonte's 18K yellow gold ring showcases stunning hand carved mother of pearl portraying the Three Graces in... [Read more]

Woman with Flowers Agate Cameo Pendant/Pin

Woman with Flowers Agate Cameo Pendant/Pin

$438.00

The Del Gatto family has been working in the cameo and coral art for over five generations carving each shell or stone with a unique technique. This beautiful agate cameo c... [Read more]

Agate Stone Cameo Pendant / Pin

Agate Stone Cameo Pendant / Pin

$495.00

The Del Gatto family selects every shell and uses a unique hand carving technique. This beautiful cameo with an 18K gold frame is part of the Agata collection which uses a ... [Read more]

Sardonyx Cameo Pendant / Pin

Sardonyx Cameo Pendant / Pin

$2,395.00

The Italian Del Gatto family has been working in the shell cameo and coral art for over five generations selecting every piece and crafting it with a unique carving techniq... [Read more]

Three Graces - 18K Gold Turquoise Mother of Pearl Cameo Ring

Three Graces - 18K Gold Turquoise Mother of Pearl Cameo Ring

$838.00

An extraordinary display of technique and craftsmanship Tagliamonte's 18K yellow gold ring showcases stunning hand carved mother of pearl portraying the Three Graces in... [Read more]

Crest Cornelian Cameo Pendant/Pin

Crest Cornelian Cameo Pendant/Pin

$315.00

Working in cameo art for over five generations Del Gatto's beautifully hand-carved cornelian cameo made from a particular Southeast African seashell can be worn as a pe... [Read more]

14K YG Religious Cameo Pendant

14K YG Religious Cameo Pendant

$104.95

Great for gift! First cameo produced in the fifteenth century and made popular during the Victorian era, cameo jewelry is still a beautiful look today. Very elegant this ov... [Read more]

Oval Agate Cameo Cat Pendant With Diamond Accent Frame - 3/4"x1/2"

Oval Agate Cameo Cat Pendant With Diamond Accent Frame - 3/4"x1/2"

$157.00

Portraying our favorite animal friends this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. [Read more]

14K Yellow Gold Oval Agate Cameo Cat Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

14K Yellow Gold Oval Agate Cameo Cat Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

$64.95

Portraying our favorite animal friends this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14K yellow gold. 3/4" x 1/2". Free Personalization! Select a s... [Read more]

14K Gold Frame Religious Cameo

14K Gold Frame Religious Cameo

$89.00

First cameo produced in the fifteenth century and made popular during the Victorian era, cameo jewelry is still a beautiful look today. Very elegant this oval shape pendant... [Read more]

Radiant Cross Oval Agate Cameo Pendant- 3/4"x1/2"

Radiant Cross Oval Agate Cameo Pendant- 3/4"x1/2"

$115.00

Depicting a Radiant Cross this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. Need a chain? Click here. [Read more]

Sterling Silver Agate Cameo Bride & Groom Pendant - 3/8" x 1/2" w/ 18" Chain

Sterling Silver Agate Cameo Bride & Groom Pendant - 3/8" x 1/2" w/ 18" Chain

$44.95

Heralding the celebration of marriage, this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in sterling silver. Includes an 18" sterling silver box chain. [Read more]

14K Our Lady of Guadalupe Oval Agate Cameo Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

14K Our Lady of Guadalupe Oval Agate Cameo Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

$83.00

Depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. Need a chain? Click here. Select a standard message or create your o... [Read more]

14kt Gold Framed Agate Cameo Mother Holding Baby Pendant - 3/4"x1/2"

14kt Gold Framed Agate Cameo Mother Holding Baby Pendant - 3/4"x1/2"

$94.00

Depicting a baby adoringly held by its mother, it celebrates the incomparable love a mother feels for her Heaven's Gifttm. It is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt g... [Read more]

14K Oval Agate Cameo Cat Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

14K Oval Agate Cameo Cat Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

$73.00

Portraying our favorite animal friends this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. Need a chain? Click here. Select a standard message or create... [Read more]

Victorian Oval Agate Cameo Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

Victorian Oval Agate Cameo Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

$94.00

Featuring the enduring elegance of timeless classics this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. Need a chain? Click here. Select a standard mes... [Read more]

New Arrival Oval Cameo Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

New Arrival Oval Cameo Pendant - 3/4" x 1/2"

$99.00

Encapsulating the unparalleled bliss associated with bringing a child into the world this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. [Read more]

14kt Gold Frame Agate Cameo Ethnic Pendant - 3/4"x1/2" Depicting Mother Holding Child

14kt Gold Frame Agate Cameo Ethnic Pendant - 3/4"x1/2" Depicting Mother Holding Child

$115.00

Celebrating the incomparable love between an Ethnic mother and child this genuine agate cameo is exquisitely carved and framed in 14kt gold. [Read more]

Golfer Agate Cameo Pendant

Golfer Agate Cameo Pendant

$227.00

Secret 50% OFF Special not accessible from our public site. Use code: PLATINUMCODE. Limited time only. The Italian Del Gatto family has been working in the shell cameo and ... [Read more]

Sardonyx Cameo 18K Gold Earrings

Sardonyx Cameo 18K Gold Earrings

$376.00

Selecting every shell and carving them with a unique technique Del Gatto's 18K gold post earrings made from sardonyx cameo a Caribbean seashell feature a lovely young w... [Read more]

Young Lady w/Curls Cornelian Cameo Pendant

Young Lady w/Curls Cornelian Cameo Pendant

$175.00

The Italian Del Gatto family has been working in the shell cameo and coral art for over five generations selecting every shell and carving them with a unique technique. Thi... [Read more]

Cameo 18K Gold Link Bracelet

Cameo 18K Gold Link Bracelet

$1,698.00

Secret 50% OFF Special not accessible from our public site. Use code: PLATINUMCODE. Limited time only. Exclusive bracelet from the Del Gatto Corniola collection which uses ... [Read more]

Cameo Drop Earrings

Cameo Drop Earrings

$275.00

The chic vintage charm of handcarved cameos set in sterling silver is perfectly complemented by modern design in this charming drop earring with post backs. Please note: Ea... [Read more]

Floral Heart Cornelian Cameo Pendant/Pin

Floral Heart Cornelian Cameo Pendant/Pin

$498.00

Working in cameo art for over five generations Del Gatto's beautifully hand-carved heart cameo made from a particular Southeast African seashell can be worn as a pendan... [Read more]

Bucolic Agate Stone Cameo Pendant / Pin

Bucolic Agate Stone Cameo Pendant / Pin

$719.00

The Del Gatto family hand selects every shell and uses a unique carving technique. Surrounded by an 18K gold frame this cameo part of the Agata collection depicts a bucolic... [Read more]

Cat Agate Stone Cameo Pendant / Pin

Cat Agate Stone Cameo Pendant / Pin

$470.00

This beautiful cameo in an 18K gold frame is part of the Agata collection which uses particular Brasilian stones. It can be worn as either a pendant or a pin. Made in Naple... [Read more]

Agate Stone Cameo Earrings

Agate Stone Cameo Earrings

$363.00

Every stone is selected by master artisans and is hand carved. These beautiful cameo earrings are framed in 18K gold and they are part of the Agata collection which uses Br... [Read more]

Floral Sardonyx Cameo Cross Pendant

Floral Sardonyx Cameo Cross Pendant

$845.00

Working in cameo art for over five generations Del Gatto's beautifully hand-carved sardonyx cameo cross made from a particular Caribbean seashell is set in 18K gold fea... [Read more]

Lady w/Curls Sardonyx Cameo Pendant

Lady w/Curls Sardonyx Cameo Pendant

$250.00

The Italian Del Gatto family has been working in the shell cameo and coral art for over five generations selecting every shell and carving them with a unique technique. Thi... [Read more]

Cameo Charm Ring

Cameo Charm Ring

$128.00

Remarkable detail and simple vintage chic style create an heirloom allure that you will love while an adjustable sterling silver ring means a perfect fit for your finger. P... [Read more]

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There are two kinds of materials for cameos. One material, as we have seen in a previous article, is shell. The other material that is used to carve cameos is gemstones. Cameos carved from gem material are said to be "Hardstone Cameos". The term "hardstone" refers to any opaque stones used in making cameos, such as agate, carnelian, onyx, etc. Hardstone cameos are more durable than shell cameos; so they are much more expensive than shell cameos. For this reason, they are said by many jewelers to be a finer type of cameo than their shell-based counterparts.

Agate is the most popular gemstone for carving cameos. Agate is micro-crystalline quartz. It is popular because of its durability. Ancient Greek and Roman jewelers carved cameos out of agate. The oldest agate cameo found dates back to around 200 B.C. Agate also comes in a variety of different colors. The most popular colors used in recent history have been blue or green. Many modern cameos are made from banded agate, which simply means that the agate has naturally formed bands of color running through it. Modern day agate cameos are primarily carved in Idar-Oberstein, Germany. They are often carved ultrasonically or using dental tools!

Coral is another colorful cameo stone, was popular during the Victorian era as a symbol of good luck. Coral also been used in ancient times for good luck. Ever seen pictures of Egyptian scarabs [beetles carved into coral and worn as jewelry]? Today old coral cameos are rare and expensive! Other gemstones have also been used to carve cameos. Cameos have also been carved from opal, lapis, emerald, amethyst and ruby. These types of cameos or the most costly. Hardstone cameos have been carved in gemstone since ancient times and used on helmets and military accessories like breastplates and sword handles, on rings and other jewelry, and on vases, cups and dishes. During the Middle Ages, Pope Paul II was an avid cameo collector. Napoleon, who started a school to teach the art of cameo carving in Europe, loved cameos.

The most popular motif for a cameo carved from gemstone is the profile of a woman. However, because it is "tougher" than a shell cameo, many themes could be carved into agate and other "hardstones". These themes included: gods/goddesses, mythology, birds and flowers. The most valued gemstone cameos, however, are "metamorphic" ones. These include several subjects, such as a woman and a flower, within one carving. These are also called art cameos. Because hard stone cameo fakes were able to be mass produced after the Industrial Revolution, you must go to a reputable cameo carver or jewelry dealer to find one. Then, before you buy, examine your hardstone cameo carefully. As stated in a previous article on shell cameos, the stone should be without major cracks or chips. In recent years, people have tried to fake a cameo, (which is carefully carved from one material); by gluing a carved face from one material onto a different material of another background color! This is particularly true of hardstone cameos. Ask a trusted jeweler specializing in cameos to examine the cameo under a microscope to be sure

The care for gemstones/cabochon cameos is the same as it is for shell cameos, although shell cameos are more delicate. Again, as stated in a previous article on shell cameos, all cameos will require special care. Cameos should be dusted. After you dust it, you may rinse the cameo with warm water, drying it afterward with a soft cotton cloth. They should be oiled at least once a year. It is recommended that one use mineral oil. Olive oil, if it is not completely removed, may turn a cameo yellow. You should always avoid using soap, harsh cleaners or commercial jewelry cleaners. Remember, use a light hand! Do not scrub the cameo! And do not leave it to soak! Cameos must be stored in a clean, dry place, away from heat and bright lights. It is preferable that the jewelry box containing the cameo be lined. Follow the above guidelines and you will enjoy your gemstone cameo for many years to come!
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