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Victorian Revival - Vintage Bronze Black & White Cameo Ornate Pendant/Brooch & Chain. This pendant/ brooch is crafted from a bronzed metal. Featuring a resin cameo, and Victorian revival styling. The gallery on the brooch is set with a black & white coloured cameo. The cameo depicts a portrait of a lady, with a pretty face, and flowing hair. The gallery is surrounded by a bronze frame, decorated with a filigree border. There is a pin and lock mechanism in perfect working order. The chain matches the pendant beautifully, featuring a secure lobster-claw clasp in perfect working order. This Victorian revival pendant/brooch would add a wonderful vintage touch to any outfit! So pretty, and versatile. 

History: It is known that cameos have existed since Sumerian period (c. 3100 BC) to the decline of Roman civilization, the Renaissance, and the Neoclassical period in the 18th century. In contrast to the intaglios, which were used as seals.

Cameos are usually made of gemstones such as agate, onyx, or sardonyx, with two layers of contrasting colours with figures carved into one of the layers and projected over the other. Creating a multi-dimensional artwork. Cameos can also be made out of shell, coral, stone lava, glass, or resin. 

Measurements: Pendant/Brooch 25.00 mm x 17.50 mm      Chain: 18" 

Stone Size: Cameo 25.00 mm x 18.00 mm 

Weight: 12.90 grams 

Condition: Excellent   

Origin: Canada 

Date: Circa 1980