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    Posted 7 years ago

    clmason456
    (7 items)

    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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    1. courtenayantiques courtenayantiques, 7 years ago
      I love the one with flowers!
    2. Gillian, 7 years ago
      http://www.collectorsweekly.com/fine-jewelry/cameos

      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cameo_(carving)
    3. clmason456 clmason456, 7 years ago
      Thank you, Valentino97 and Gillian, for the references.
      Thank you, Courtenayantiques, for the love!
    4. cameosleuth cameosleuth, 7 years ago
      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

      :)
    5. clmason456 clmason456, 7 years ago
      Thank you, Cameosleuth. I just say your comments. I do appreciate the education. And, thank you, for all the loves.

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