Shell Carved Cameo Brooch
Date1910-early 1920s
Mediumgold, shell (type unknown)
Dimensions2 1/2 × 2 × 5/8 in. (6.4 × 5.1 × 1.6 cm)
ClassificationsJewelry & Adornment
Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, gift of Diane Schulte
Object numberPC2000.49.4
DescriptionA ladies' 14K white gold and natural shell carved cameo brooch/pendant from the Edwardian Period. The cameo is a finely detailed carving of a classical woman in profile with a cascading spray of flowers in her hair, wearing pearls and classical drapery with flowers on the shoulders. The cameo is signed; the name appears to read "Thiguoro." The cameo is oval and is set in a white gold bezel with a wire filigree and bow frame. The brooch is fastened with a hinged straight pin and locking catch and has a small hinged bail. The piece weighs approx. 14.97 dwt total.On View
Not on viewTerms
mid-19th century
ca. 1910
May 20, 1990