Cameos Old & New (4th Edition)

Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Antiques & Collectibles, Metals & Jewelry
Cover of the book Cameos Old & New (4th Edition) by Anna M. Miller, G.G., RMV, Diana Jarrett, G.G., RMV, Turner Publishing Company
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Author: Anna M. Miller, G.G., RMV, Diana Jarrett, G.G., RMV ISBN: 9780943763927
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company Publication: August 23, 2012
Imprint: GemStone Press Language: English
Author: Anna M. Miller, G.G., RMV, Diana Jarrett, G.G., RMV
ISBN: 9780943763927
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
Publication: August 23, 2012
Imprint: GemStone Press
Language: English

Newly Updated and Expanded

Critical and up-to-the-minute information for the novice, advanced collector, jewelry dealer, curator and appraiser—for all who buy and sell cameos, or who are just fascinated by them.

Antiques Roadshow Book Club Selection

Since ancient times, cameo making has allowed artists of every era to capture and reflect on the history, literature and lore of their culture. Today, the allure of finely carved cameos is drawing a new generation of both savvy collectors and gifted artists who are captivated by their transcendental elegance.

This first and only comprehensive reference guide offers valuable information on:

  • Where to successfully hunt for cameos
  • How to separate old from new, imitation and newer synthetic materials from original shell and stone cameos
  • How to differentiate between ultrasonically produced and hand-carved cameos

Richly illustrated with many new cameo photographs, this new edition will facilitate the recognition and evaluation of quality in cameos and increase your confidence in buying and selling cameos with:

  • Key factors for defining value
  • Information on how to buy cameos from retailers and antique dealers, via the Internet or at auction
  • A clear explanation of The MasterValuer Program™ of Quality Ranking that serves as a vital guide for use when evaluating cameos
  • An extensive review of outstanding contemporary cameo artists throughout the world, their style, subject matter, unique and identifiable techniques, contact information … and more
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Newly Updated and Expanded

Critical and up-to-the-minute information for the novice, advanced collector, jewelry dealer, curator and appraiser—for all who buy and sell cameos, or who are just fascinated by them.

Antiques Roadshow Book Club Selection

Since ancient times, cameo making has allowed artists of every era to capture and reflect on the history, literature and lore of their culture. Today, the allure of finely carved cameos is drawing a new generation of both savvy collectors and gifted artists who are captivated by their transcendental elegance.

This first and only comprehensive reference guide offers valuable information on:

Richly illustrated with many new cameo photographs, this new edition will facilitate the recognition and evaluation of quality in cameos and increase your confidence in buying and selling cameos with:

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