Description
More unusual to find than the Florenza natural shell cameos this is a sepia monochrome color 1960s to 1970s Florenza Victorian revival shadow cameo brooch made of resin and heavy gold plate with a lovely Florentine finish. Condition is only ever used as a store display. From the estate of an old jewelry distributor from many years ago and has beautiful no wear condition. No damage. No repair. All original. Nice, large showy size measuring 2 1/4″ north to south by 1 7/8″ across the center east to west, end point to end point. The resin is highly detailed in that it is faceted going around the edge near the gold bezel oval. You can see that the portrait is also detailed, raised and very pretty. A beautiful unusual example of mid century Florenza cameo jewelry in great condition for your vintage jewelry collection. Good for jacket/coat lapel, cardigan or any other decorative use you may have.
About Mid Century Florenza Resin or Glass Cameo Pins/Brooches
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Vintage 1970s Florenza cameos—including those with brown resin/plastic, root beer glass, or moulded profiles on beige backgrounds—are considered collectible. Florenza is a sought-after costume jewelry brand known for its Victorian Revival style, ornate filigree metalwork, and high-quality construction, even when using resin or glass instead of carved shell.
Here is why these specific cameos are collected:
“Fabulous Florenza” Popularity: Florenza jewelry (c. 1948-1981) is highly regarded by costume jewelry collectors, and their cameos are prized for their detailed, antique look.
1970s Styling: Many Florenza pieces from the 1970s featured brown and beige tones, including imitation tortoise shell or brown “root beer” glass cameos, which fit the popular fashion trends of that era.
Ornate Settings: These cameos are typically mounted in high-quality gold-plated or antiqued metal frames (often described as “Florenza Gold”) with intricate filigree work.
Value and Rarity: While not as expensive as antique hand-carved shell cameos, signed Florenza resin cameos often sell for respectable prices ($20–$60+), depending on the complexity of the frame and condition.
Authenticity: They are often signed “Florenza” on the back, usually on a textured surface, making them easy to identify.
While some collectors prefer the genuine hand-carved shell cameos also made by Florenza, the moulded resin and glass cameos are popular for their dramatic appearance and affordability.
