Cameo Queen

Cameo QueenThe finest cameos are wearable sculpture, and this beauty is no exception! This one is extra special, IMO, because this is what is known as a hardstone cameo, also known as agate. You'll see cameos made of shell quite often (see the Deco Era Cameo Brooch for reference), which are pretty of course, but hard stone cameos are unique because the details of the carving are so clean and well defined. This is due to the hardness of the rock itself, and the

Hoops measure approximately 3/4 inch long and just over 1/2 an inch wide at the widest point

This thoughtful touch is an appreciated detail when wearing a longer ring with good finger coverage

the clip on the back had been removed but the hinge from that component remained

and will go with everything in your closet

cultured pearl and a claw of unknown origin add up for a unique one of a kind original

2 inches tall

Ring is approximately ¾ inch long and weighs 3

circa 1900

A lucky charm

Details of the symbolism of the seal:

The original pin was missing one little round pearl and the other was barely hanging on

This texture combined with the turquoise makes for a cool