Rhinestone Frame Pendant Appraisal

Modern Cameo Pendant with Pave Rhinestone Frame

This is a pendant featuring a classic cameo design set within a contemporary frame. The entire piece measures 1 7/8 inches in length and 1 3/8 inches in width, consistent with a medium-sized pendant suitable for a necklace. The central element is an oval-shaped cameo, presenting a left-facing profile of a woman. The cameo is rendered in a traditional two-tone style: a raised, light-colored (likely white or off-white) silhouette against a darker, possibly light gray or blue-gray, background. The woman's profile exhibits a classic hairstyle, possibly an updo or bun, and she appears to be holding or wearing a floral element near her neck or chest, suggesting a romantic or elegant motif. The carving quality of the cameo appears relatively smooth and uniform, though specific details like facial features are not sharply defined, which might indicate it is a molded resin or plastic cameo rather than a hand-carved shell or stone. Encircling the cameo is a distinct frame largely composed of numerous small, dark, faceted stones or rhinestones in a pave setting. These stones have a metallic sheen, possibly dark silver, gunmetal, or hematite-toned, which provides a glittering, textured border. The frame appears to be metal, given its shine and presumed structural integrity, and the small stones are tightly packed, forming a visually continuous, sparkling surface. A small, circular jump ring is attached at the top of the pendant, indicating its function as a necklace component. The back of the pendant is described as 'extremely shiny with a dark silver-like tone,' suggesting a polished metal finish. The overall aesthetic combines a vintage motif (the cameo) with a more modern, 'blingy' frame, implying it could be a relatively recent production, perhaps from the late 20th century to present. There are no visible signs of significant wear, damage, or repairs in the image, and the attachment loop appears secure. No specific maker's marks or signatures are discernible from the provided image.