Cameos are frequently described as timeless pieces of art.
They offer classic beauty and appeal to all that is ageless, romantic, and sentimental.
Although they are created from a variety of materials, natural and synthetic, those in stone
and shell offer the most quality and desirability.   Cameos can be portraits of women, men,
or children; scenes from the Bible or from ancient mythology; even birds and animals.
Given that such royalty as Napoleon and Queen Victoria highly valued
cameo jewelry, we who appreciate, even love cameos, are in good company.
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In the 1800's, small quartz stones were found near the Rhine River in
Austria, which eventually led to the creation of imitation stones - rhinestones.
By the early 1900's these glass pieces became a staple in design, adding sparkle
and ornament to costume jewelry.  Like gemstones, rhinestones range from
clear to almost any color, and are made in a variety of cuts and shapes.
Whether in more delicate Edwardian pieces, bold, modernist Art Deco jewelry,
or Mid Century colorful aurora borealis jewelry, vintage rhinestones remain
a delight to collect and wear!
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Sandwiched between Geogrian and Edwardian times, the Victorian era has been
one of the greatest influences in fashion and jewelry,  even  bringing several
revival periods.  The influence of royalty,  pride in craftsmanship, and use of all manner
 of style and materials, have given us some of the most beautiful, timeless pieces
ever seen.  There is much symbolism,  sentimentality,  and romance in Victorian jewelry.
Even the darker mourning and remembrance pieces using jet, vulcanite, glass, and yes
hair, has an allure and appreciation.  Although British in origin, the Victorians affected
many people, not the least, Americans.  Jewelry from the Civil War period and after was
greatly influenced by both the formal and naturalistic elements and offered beauty and
meaning at a time when thoughts of life and death were often at the forefront.
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An altogether separate art form, figural jewelry is limitless in design, originality,
and appeal.  Literally something for everyone, this costume jewelry includes
people,  creatures,  flowers,  food anything known to earth,  sea,  and sky.  They
can range from fun and whimsical to exotic and plain. Whether your interests
are in well known places,  people, holidays,  patriotism,  or particular animals,  figural
jewelry has much to offer and is a delight to collect!
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