Presentation Box Necklace Appraisal

Vintage Cameo Pendant Necklace in Presentation Box

This item is a vintage-style cameo pendant necklace presented in its original, or at least period-appropriate, hinged velvet-covered box. The presentation box is rectangular, likely made of cardboard or wood, and covered in a light brown or tan velvet material. The interior is lined with a shimmering, pale peach or pink satin fabric, which is shirred or gathered at the hinge and features a decorative, perhaps foil-stamped or embroidered, quatrefoil-like emblem in the center of the lid. The base of the box has a fitted insert, also covered in velvet, designed to hold the necklace securely. The necklace itself consists of a delicate, thin gold-tone chain and an oval-shaped cameo pendant. The cameo appears to be carved from shell or a similar layered material, depicting a classical female profile facing right, characterized by intricate detailing in the hair and facial features against a contrasting background, typical of traditional cameos. The colors of the cameo are predominantly shades of orange and white/cream. The cameo is set within a simple, smooth bezel frame, likely also gold-tone metal. The overall condition appears good for its age, with some minor wear visible on the velvet box, consistent with storage and handling. The metal of the chain and pendant frame shows some light patina but no obvious signs of significant damage or repair. The craftsmanship of the cameo carving suggests it is a finer example, possibly from the mid-20th century or earlier, reflecting a style popular during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, which saw a revival in later decades.