Cameo Brooches
Cameo brooches make a great accessory and provide an opportunity for people to accessorize in an elegant and classy way. The cameo brooch dates back to the 19th century when they were worn quite frequently. The cameo is a piece of carved jewelry that was quite popular back then. It was typically a portrait of a woman. Cameo brooches and pendents were both worn frequently. Cameo brooches are still popular today and are being worn by women lucky enough to find antiques. Many replica cameo brooches sell very well because they look so real. As long as they continue to sell well, jewelers will continue to make them.
Cameos haven't changed a lot through the years. Years ago, cameo brooches were held by ribbons that were in a loop of metal that was attached to the clothing. Today cameo brooches have a pin attached directly to the back and is attached to the clothing with this pin. Many don't realize that a cameo is actually a carving done in relief with two colors used. Either a seashell with natural colored bands is used where the carving can be done with the woman in lighter design and the background darker or two stones are used.
Brooches come in many different styles, including cameo brooches and antique brooches. These are the two most popular kinds of brooches these days. Not all cameo brooches we see today have the portrait of a woman, although that was the most common. A vintage English cameo brooch is cream color porcelain with an English couple on the front and a pin on the back. An Islamic cameo brooch would also be a great buy for someone that loves the look of an antique rose.
A brooch or pin isn't just a great purchase; it also can make a great gift, particularly if the brooch or pin has been passed down in the family and has sentimental value. Look for old-fashioned brooches in antique stores and look for newer styles in clothing boutiques and jewelry stores in markets near you. If you are looking for a great looking antique, look for Gerry's cameo gold tone brooch, which is a beautiful vintage cameo pin in a gold tone metal. The works 'Gerry's is signed on the back of the pin. With a little persistence, you will find the perfect sparkly brooches and pins to delight you and your loved ones.
