Vintage Gold Tone Cameo Brooch with Iridescent Faceted Stone

This is a vintage gold tone brooch featuring a classic cameo design set within an ornate frame. The central element is an oval, faceted glass or crystal stone that exhibits a strong iridescent or 'aurora borealis' effect, displaying a spectrum of colors including purples, blues, greens, and yellows when viewed from different angles. Inside this iridescent stone, a gold-colored cameo figure is centrally positioned, depicting a woman's profile facing right. She has finely detailed hair styled in a bun or braids and is wearing what appears to be a dress or draped garment. The cameo itself seems to be a solid metal piece rather than a carved shell or stone. The frame of the brooch is constructed from gold-toned metal, likely a base metal alloy, and features a prominent laurel wreath or leaf motif around the entire oval perimeter, giving it a classical, somewhat Victorian or Art Nouveau aesthetic. The leaves are intertwined with a rope-like or twisted wire border immediately surrounding the central stone. The overall condition appears good for a vintage piece, showing some natural aging and perhaps minor wear commensurate with its age, but no apparent major damage or missing components. The back of the brooch, though not clearly visible, would likely contain a pin mechanism for attachment. The craftsmanship suggests a manufactured piece, potentially from the mid-20th century, designed to evoke a sense of antique elegance.