Silver lobe earrings with cameo
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These silver earrings with Cameo are handmade by the artisans of Torre del Greco, Halfthe. Precisely because it is handmade, every single cameo is a unique and authentic jewel.
The cameo is a relief made on stone or, as in this case, on shell. Its symbolic meaning changes according to different historical eras. Even the ancient Romans developed the art of engraving on stones. In more recent times, the Cameo was used above all by wealthy families, who had family portraits engraved on it. It was also often used as lucky charm.
Characteristics
- Material: Silver and Cameo
- Size: 1.04 cm
- Color: Silver and Brown
- Produced in Italy
Historical Curiosities
The history of the Cameo is very ancient, it has its roots in ancient Rome and Greece. Its symbolic meaning changes according to different eras. GThe ancient Romans developed the art of engraving on stones to depict portraits or mythological scenes. In more recent times, the Cameo was used above all by wealthy families, who had family portraits engraved on it. It was also often used as lucky charm.