Antique 18K, 14K & Carved Shell Cameo Conversion Ring mourning brooch or anyone with an artistic

or anyone with an artistic and dramatic flair

this French locket is in pristine condition

ROMA on right and PHILI in exergue

Condition: Excellent converted Vintage condition commensurate with age and wear

Antique 18K, 14K & Carved Shell Cameo Conversion Ring mourning brooch or anyone with an artisticA cameo is a form of glyptography, or bas relief carving, most often cut into glass, hard stones, and shells. Artworks were crafted to create two layers on one piece of material, the top of which protruded from its background, creating a multi dimensional artwork. These detailed reliefs were often used to adorn pieces of jewelry, including brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings. The earliest cameos took inspiration from prehistoric petroglyphs,