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Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 750 Hand Carved Shell Cameo Portrait Statement Ring

agakle — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:30:59 +0000

Beautiful vintage 18K yellow gold shell cameo ring featuring a finely hand-carved classical female portrait in profile.

The natural shell displays an attractive warm caramel-brown ground with a creamy white raised portrait. Fine carved details can be seen throughout the woman’s hair, facial features, neck and draped clothing.

The substantial oval cameo is framed by an ornate 18K yellow gold twisted rope and openwork surround, creating an impressive dimensional presentation. The elevated setting and broad cameo face make this an elegant statement or cocktail ring.

Very good vintage condition with normal surface wear consistent with age. The cameo shows some small natural inclusions/marks and light surface wear visible under magnification. No obvious major chip or significant crack is apparent in these photographs. Gold shows typical light scratches from previous wear. Please review photographs closely as part of the condition description.

Ring size: 6

Face of the ring measures: 7/8 x 5/8″

Weight: 3.5 grams.

Antique 14K White Gold Carved Shell Habillé Cameo Brooch Pendant – Lady with Diamond Necklace

agakle — Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:23:36 +0000

Elegant antique hand-carved shell cameo featuring a classical young woman in profile with beautifully detailed flowing hair, flowers, leaves, and fruit. The carving is executed in high relief, with the creamy-white portrait standing dramatically against the warm cognac-brown shell background.

The lady wears an applied twisted gold necklace set with a sparkling clear stone, traditionally known as a habillé cameo (“dressed cameo”). The cameo is mounted in an ornate 14K gold openwork/filigree frame accented with scrolling foliate details.

A beautifully detailed example with excellent visual depth and an especially appealing subject. The applied necklace adds dimension and makes this a much more unusual piece than the standard shell portrait cameo.

Period: Likely early 20th century

Condition: Vintage/antique condition with age-appropriate wear; please review photographs

Brooch measures: 2.25 x 1.75″

Foldable bail.

Hallmarked 14K

Antique 14K Gold Hand-Carved Shell Cameo Brooch/Pin

agakle — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:49:55 +0000

Beautiful antique 14K yellow gold shell cameo brooch featuring an exquisitely hand-carved portrait of Bacchus (Dionysus), the Roman god of wine and revelry. The detailed carving depicts the classical figure adorned with a wreath of grapes and leaves, set against the natural shell background in a substantial 14K gold mounting.

A timeless example of fine cameo craftsmanship, this elegant brooch is suitable for collectors of antique jewelry or lovers of classical art.

Closure: Secure locking C-clasp

Tested and guaranteed to be 14K.

Measurements: 1.75 x 1.25″

Weight: 19.3 grams

Good antique condition with normal wear consistent with age.

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Floral Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant

agakle — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:52:30 +0000

Hand carved high relief cameo is sent in 14 karat yellow gold frame and depicts beautiful bouquet of roses and other flowers.

Can be worn as a pendant or a brooch.

Brooch measures: 1.75 x 1.5″.

Weight approx: 8.1 grams.

Very good condition.

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant

agakle — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:41:46 +0000

Gorgeous antique hand carved shell cameo bezel set in 14 karat yellow gold. Meticulously carved shell depicts dancing silhouette of classical female figure with a cherub. This piece is likely dating from Victorian to Art Nouveau Era.

Can be worn as a brooch or a pendant.

Stamped 14K.

Brooch measures: 2.25 x 1.5.

Weight: 14.4 grams.

Very good condition.

Antique 18K Yellow Gold Large Shell Cameo Brooch/Pin

agakle — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:03:50 +0000

Antique hand-carved shell cameo brooch set in 18 karat yellow gold frame. Highly detailed cameo depicts outdoor family scene with a dog.

Brooch measures: 2 3/8″ x 2″.

Tested and guaranteed to be 18K.

Weight: 27.3 grams.

Excellent condition for its age.

Victorian 10K Yellow Gold Chalcedony Cameo Ring

agakle — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:08:43 +0000

Green chalcedony cameo ring in 10 karat yellow gold from Victorian era.

Stamped 10K.

Cameo measures: 20 x 10mm.

Ring size: 2.5.

Weight: 3.2g.

Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Red Carved Coral Cameo Bracelet

agakle — Wed, 28 May 2025 16:52:35 +0000

Vintage Art Nouveau design bangle bracelet crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with oval red coral centerpiece, featuring carved lady’s profile. Front of the bracelet is decorated with flower and leaf motifs. Hinged push in clasp on the side.

Hallmarked 14K.

Coral cameo measures: 1″ x 0.75″.

Bracelet is 1.25″ wide in the front, 0.3″ wide in the back.

Weight: 19.1 gr.

Will fit wrist up to 6.5″.

Good vintage condition, ready to wear.

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant

Daria Wilczynska — Sun, 10 Dec 2023 21:55:24 +0000

Beautiful vintage carved shell cameo of a lady set in at least 14 karat gold bezel. The cameo is beautifully done and measures 1 5/8″ x 1 3/8″ with the bezel that also has a loop so it can be worn as a necklace.

Unmarked but tested and guaranteed to be 14 karat yellow gold.

Good condition, with a sign of a repair to the fastening.

Art Deco 14K White Gold Filigree Three Graces Carved Shell Cameo Brooch/Pendant

Daria Wilczynska — Tue, 05 Dec 2023 05:25:18 +0000

Gorgeous antique hand carved shell cameo bezel set in 14 karat white gold. Meticulously carved shell depicts dancing silhouette of three graces against salmon background. 14 karat white gold frame features many typical for Art Deco details like filigree, twisted rope and floral motifs. Can be worn as a brooch or a pendant.

Stamped 14K.

Brooch measures: 2 1/2″ x 2″.

Shell cameo measures: 2″ x 1 1/2″.

Weight: 15.8 grams.

Very good condition.