probably naming a Pharoah
it is a crystal of ambition
with a larger one at the top
Originally a brooch set in 9 karat gold
with beautiful buckle detail and texturing in 9 karat yellow gold
18K, 9K & Carved Hardstone Cameo Conversion Ring crest probably naming a PharoahA cameo is a form of glyptography, or bas relief carving, most often cut into glass, hard stones, and shells. Artworks were crafted to create two layers on one piece of material, the top of which protruded from its background, creating a multi dimensional artwork. These detailed reliefs were often used to adorn pieces of jewelry, including brooches, necklaces, bracelets and rings. The earliest cameos took inspiration from prehistoric petroglyphs,