{"title":"Antique Cameos","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn fine jewellery, a cameo is a hand carved design cut into gemstone, glass or shell. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur collection of antique cameos features exquisite carvings demonstrating the highest standards of skill and artistry. Cameo jewellery pieces are miniature works of art featuring intricate carvings into a hard material. These typically depict mythological figures, portraits, or nature scenes in a raised design against a contrasting background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eView our full collection of antique cameo jewellery for sale below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eREADMORE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOur antique cameos for sale come in product forms such as bracelets, earrings, rings or brooches. Choose your cameo jewellery from on of our gorgeous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-camoe-brooches-for-sale\"\u003eantique cameo brooches for sale\u003c\/a\u003e or a ring or pendant with decorative frames dating back to the Georgian period through to the 1880s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/the-process-of-cameo-carving\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about antique cameos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop With Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterest-free layaway and flexible payment options are available. Free worldwide shipping is provided on all antique cameo jewellery piece. Each piece is carefully packaged to ensure it arrives safely and ready to be admired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our full collection of antique cameo jewellery for sale and find a unique piece that reflects historical charm and enduring beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eREADLESS\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-style-french-jet-cameo-brooch-1","title":"Victorian Style French Jet Cameo Brooch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis wonderful Victorian revival cameo brooch is fashioned skilfully from black French jet. The carved high-relief cameo is impeccably rendered and depicts the profile of a classical woman, crowned with ivy leaves woven into her hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrench jet became immensely popular during the Victorian era as an elegant and accessible alternative to Whitby jet. Prized for its deep black sheen and light weight, it was widely used in mourning and sentimental jewellery. Roman-style Cameos were also highly sought after during this time and often depicted Goddesses and characters from mythology, with ivy motifs representing eternal love and remembrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis fabulous Victorian-inspired French jet brooch is a captivating piece for collectors and lovers of Victorian design. It’s polished and smooth, with a metal pin and locking safety catch at the back to hold it secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHS:\u003c\/b\u003e 24.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES:\u003c\/b\u003e Width 44mm x Height 47mm x Depth 18mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMATERIAL:\u003c\/b\u003e French Jet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER:\u003c\/b\u003e 3818\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou can find more Cameo Brooches in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-brooches?sort_by=price-ascending\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAntique Brooches collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32711262404654,"sku":"3818","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Victorian-Style-French-Jet-Cameo-Brooch-cover_386407d3-79ac-4a2a-902f-d8f554cc0f78.jpg?v=1771593679"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-cameo-brooch-9ct-gold-circa-1905-boxed","title":"Antique Victorian Cameo Brooch 9ct Gold Frame With Locket and Box","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThis exquisite antique Victorian cameo brooch dates from the mid-19th century and features a beautifully hand-carved cameo crafted from a bullmouth or sardonyx shell. The high-relief cameo depicts the side profile of a classical maiden adorned with delicate flowers in her hair and is set in an interlaced 9ct yellow gold frame, with four engraved leaves woven in. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eRoman-style cameos became highly fashionable in Britain during the 19th century, particularly as souvenirs of the 'Grand Tour,' when travellers developed a fascination with Italy and classical antiquity. They often depicted mythological figures or goddesses and were a favourite of Queen Victoria also.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThis brooch offers a clever twist as the cameo can be rotated to reveal a hidden locket on the reverse, preserving a miniature daguerreotype portrait behind glass. Daguerreotypes were the earliest practical photographic process, marking the dawn of modern photography and this one is well-preserved, showing a finely dressed gentleman, likely a husband or father who was clearly very special and worthy of remembrance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eA truly historic and captivating piece, this Victorian cameo brooch is perfect for collectors and lovers of Victorian heritage. It’s been updated with a securer safety lock catch at the back and is complete with its original fitted box lined with sumptuous navy-blue velvet and silk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eWEIGHT:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e 25.9 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eMEASURES: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eWidth 46mm x Height 52mm x Depth 11mm – Locket\/ Cameo 31 x 38mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eSTONES:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e Bullmouth\/ Sardonyx Shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eMETAL:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e 9ct Gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAGE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e Victorian. (Circa 1860)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMARKS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'MS Gothic'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u2028\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eITEM NUMBER:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e 7094 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32711523205166,"sku":"7094","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Cameo-Brooch-9ct-Gold-Frame-cover.jpg?v=1771584000"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-cameo-brooch-pinchbeck-gold-gilt","title":"Antique Victorian Cameo Brooch Pinchbeck Gold Gilt","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAn exquisite antique Victorian cameo brooch from the mid-19th Century featuring a high relief cameo in the centre fashioned from a bullmouth shell. It depicts the side profile of a \u003c\/span\u003eman with a leafy wreath around his head\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003epossibly the God of the Sun Apollo. \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eRoman-style Cameo’s were highly sought after in the 19th century during the \u003c\/span\u003e“\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eGrand Tour\u003c\/span\u003e”\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e days when tourists developed a fascination with destinations such as Rome. They often depicted Goddesses and characters from mythology and became a favourite of Queen Victoria also.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTh\u003c\/span\u003eis Victorian \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ecameo is set in an elaborate gallery with curvaceous\u003c\/span\u003e, scrolled\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e metalwork engraved with detailed \u003c\/span\u003efoliate \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003epatterns. It’s modelled entirely in pinchbeck and has been gilded in 18ct yellow gold. It’s a highly collectable piece of history and in excellent condition.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e14.2 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Height \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e58mm x \u003c\/span\u003eWidth \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e37mm down\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCAMEO MEASURES: \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e16mm across x 19mm down\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eVictorian. (Circa 1860 – 1880)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eITEM NUMBER\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e 8423\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou can find more Victorian Cameo Brooches in our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-brooches?_gl=1*1eauu6x*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTc1Mzc1MjEzOC4xNzYyNDM3NDI5*_ga_4D9LWM6C15*czE3NjI0Mzc0MjkkbzEkZzEkdDE3NjI0Mzc0NDAkajQ5JGwwJGgw\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAntique Brooches collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32711607025710,"sku":"8423","price":390.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Cameo-Brooch-Pinchbeck-Gold-Gilt-cover_02ed27e1-14ed-40c6-9e1a-fe168fe4fcc9.jpg?v=1771584248"},{"product_id":"vintage-carved-coral-cameo-ring","title":"Vintage Carved Coral Cameo Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAn exquisite vintage coral cameo ring, showcasing a beautiful high-relief cameo centrepiece, carved from natural salmon-pink coral. The cameo depicts a classic Roman-style profile of an elegant woman with detailed hair engraving, topped with a flower headpiece.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCoral is produced naturally in the depths of the ocean over thousands of years by tiny marine invertebrate known as polyp. It has long been worn as a protective talisman and exhibits fiery shades of pink, orange and red, making them a colourful alternative to other ocean treasures such as pearls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe cameo is framed in a robust 14ct gold bezel mount, with a scalloped, open-work border and split shoulders leading into the band. This is a truly exceptional mid-century statement ring, all in great condition with a fabulous coral cameo on top, carved by a true master of the art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 5.7 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSIZE: N ½ (UK), 7 (US) – \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOur\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/ring-size-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003ere-sizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e service is free of charge. Please request your size at checkout. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Gallery Height 24mm x Width 18mm x Depth 9mm – Band Width 1.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMETAL: 14ct Gold (Tested)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSTONES: Coral (12 x 19mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: Circa 1950\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMARKS: 14ct stamp, Maker’s initials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: CP1025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. 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