Vintage Twist Oval Gold Toned Italian Shell Carved Cameo Brooch Pin

A classic Vintage Italian Cameo Brooch - need we say more? The hand-carved shell has a gorgeous peach background glows when backlit. The central portrait is a timeless profile image with antiquity in-mind. Surrounding the shell is a gold-toned frame in a twisted design. Wear on your favorite jacket or blouse to add an artful touch!

Collector's Notes:

Vintage Italian Shell Cameo Brooch. Gold toned metal wrap with a twist frame and rope detail around the edge. Shell has a translucent peach/cream background with a solid ivory-white cameo. The shape of the shell makes a unique shape to the brooch.

Condition: Excellent

Expected wear for age. Looks like shell is fractured in one area, but is likely scratches from the original carving process.

Size: 1 3/4" height; 1 1/2" width; 3/4" depth