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Cameo Sterling Silver Jewelry
Cameo jewelry features relief carvings cut from layered shell, agate, or other banded materials. Each piece in this collection showcases a carved portrait or scene set in .925 sterling silver. The carving technique dates back over 2,000 years to ancient Greece and Rome, where artisans used the natural color layers in stone and shell to create contrast between figure and background. Our current selection includes 11 cameo pieces ranging from $900 to $8,427, with free shipping to all US addresses.
| Estimated value: | $4,987.40 |
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| Weight: | 7.90g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L- 1 1/4, W - 1, T- 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 9-wrz-25-22 |
| Estimated value: | $3,583.18 |
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| Weight: | 7.90g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L- 1 1/8, W - 7/8, T- 1/4 inch | |
| Item Code: | 9-wrz-25-22 |
| Estimated value: | $2,123.18 |
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| Weight: | 7.90g |
| 7 - Adjustable | |
| L- 7/8, W - 3/4, T- 3/16 inch | |
| Item Code: | 17-lut-25-7 |
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Hand-Carved Cameo Pieces Set in .925 Silver
True cameo carving requires materials with distinct layers. Helmet shell and conch shell remain the most common bases, offering a white upper layer against coral or orange-brown backgrounds. Hardstone cameos use banded agate, onyx, or sardonyx, which rate 6.5–7 on the Mohs scale and hold finer detail than softer shell alternatives. The value of any cameo depends on material quality, carving depth, and the skill visible in facial features and fine lines. Each piece here arrives set in solid .925 sterling silver. SilverRush Style has sourced natural stone and shell jewelry since 2005, and our cameo selection represents some of the more intricate work available. Because these are carved by hand rather than molded, no two pieces share identical details. Browse the collection to find a cameo that matches your preference for size, subject, and setting style.Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cameo in jewelry?
A cameo is a relief carving cut from layered material such as shell, agate, or onyx. The carver removes the upper layer to reveal a contrasting background, creating a raised image of a portrait, figure, or scene.
What materials are cameos made from?
Shell cameos use helmet shell or conch shell with natural color layers. Hardstone cameos are carved from banded agate, sardonyx, or onyx, which offer greater durability and finer detail retention.
How can you tell if a cameo is real?
Real cameos show slight carving irregularities and natural material variations. Plastic imitations feel warmer to the touch, lack layered coloring when viewed from the side, and display uniform, machine-made details.
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