Victorian 14k Shell Cameo Pin/Pendant Tapered Baguette Measurements: The oval-shaped links measure

Measurements: The oval-shaped links measure a little more than 3/4" tall and 1/2" wide

and feature an additional figure eight safety

Edward Ewen

They have been lauded for their skilled craftsmanship worldwide

All of the links are connected by small gold jump rings

Victorian 14k Shell Cameo Pin/Pendant Tapered Baguette Measurements: The oval-shaped links measureThe earliest known use of shell for cameo carving was during the 15th and 16th centuries. Before that, cameos were carved from hardstone. The Renaissance cameos are typically white on a grayish background and were carved from the shell of a mussel or cowry. In the mid 18th century, explorations revealed new shell varieties. Helmet shells from the West Indies, and queen conch shells from the Bahamas arrived in Europe, thus sparking a big increase in