Retro 1970s Vintage Polychrome Enamel Abstract Art Pendant Parts No Bail

Absolutely gorgeous unusual example of vintage Art Deco 1940s, 1950s Van Dell natural shell cameo jewelry…. It is very well made and beautifully deep carved throughout having a portrait of a youthful looking lady and a very fancy open work filigree bezel frame. Signed Van Dell cameo portrait pin and is marked 12K gold filled Van Dell. It is completely original from an estate from decades ago. No alterations or modification. No damage and never repaired. It also has a hinged bail and a good locking clasp. The fancy filigree frame is much stronger gold color than the photos show. There is No wear to the gold; all gold filled intact. Excellent Condition overall, very gently used. This cameo sat in a draw for several decades not being used and the back could use cleaning as it has a light age residue. It has not been touched or cleaned in at least 35 or 40 years. The face is very beautiful detailed and deeply carved with unusually fancy hair, chiseled nose, and a well-defined open intaglio eye, thick lips, up slanted mouth, fancy flower decorated dress and matching flower in hair. Size is 1 1/2″ tall by 1 1/4″ wide across. This is a lovely piece of estate jewelry for your antique and vintage gold jewelry or cameo collection. Van Dell AI Reference: Van Dell manufactured 14K GF and 12K gold-filled, shell cameo pins and pendants primarily from the 1940s through the 1960s. Founded in 1939 in Providence, Rhode Island, the company specialized in high-quality gold-filled jewelry, often featuring Victorian-style carved shell cameos, with many popular pieces dating specifically to the 1950s. Key Details About Van Dell Cameos: Production Era: While the company was founded in 1939, most identifiable, high-quality cameos found in the market are from the 1940s–1960s. Materials: Typically, these pieces are marked "Van Dell 14K GF" "Van Dell 12KGF" or "1/20 12K GF," signifying 12-karat gold-filled construction (not plated). Design: Often features hand-carved shell (conch) cameos, frequently set in a classic, often filigree, yellow gold frame that functions as both a brooch and a pendant. Van Dell was known for high-quality, durable gold-filled....