Vintage Curtis Creations 12K Gold Filled Carved Shell Cameo Necklace EarringsSet

Description

View Vintage Curtis Creations 12K Gold Filled Carved Shell Cameo Necklace EarringsSet with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Dating from the late 1940s to early 1950s, this gorgeous set includes a convertible brooch-pendant necklace and matching screw-back earrings, beautifully preserved in its original velvet-lined presentation box. Vintage Curtis Creations 12K Gold Filled Shell Cameo Convertible Brooch Pendant Necklace & Screw Back Earrings Set Boxed ------------------------------ ## eBay Item Description # Vintage Mid-Century Curtis Creations 12K Gold Filled Genuine Shell Cameo Jewelry Suite Up for sale is a stunning, complete matching Victorian Revival cameo jewelry parure by the prominent mid-century manufacturer Curtis Creations (Curtman Company, Providence, RI). Dating from the late 1940s to early 1950s, this gorgeous set includes a convertible brooch-pendant necklace and matching screw-back earrings, beautifully preserved in its original velvet-lined presentation box. The focal pendant is highly versatile and features a dual-design back: it has a functioning pin stem with a safety catch to wear as a brooch, alongside a folding top bail so it can easily slide onto the included gold color chain to wear as a necklace. Both the brooch-pendant and earrings feature genuine, hand-carved shell cameos depicting a classic, elegant female profile in relief. The carvings are securely nested within highly detailed, ornate 12K gold-filled openwork filigree frames. ### Item Specifics:* **Brand / Maker:** Curtis Creations (Stamped "C.C." on the pin stem)* **Metal Composition:** 12K Gold Filled (Stamped "1/20 12K G.F.")* **Pendant Versatility:** Dual-purpose Convertible Brooch / Pendant * **Set Includes:** 1 Convertible Brooch-Pendant, 1 Neck Chain, 1 Pair of Matching Screw-Back Earrings, and 1 Original Presentation Box* **Earring Style:** Screw-Back (Adjustable for non-pierced ears)* **Cameo Material:** Authentic Hand-Carved Shell* **Era:** Vintage / Mid-Century / Victorian Revival (c. 1940s-1950s) ### Condition Report:* **Cameos:** Excellent vintage condition. The hand-carving is crisp, clean, and well-defined on all three pieces. No notable hairline cracks, deep fractures, or chips when held directly to a light source.* **Metal Work:** The 12K gold-filled settings are bright, clean, and secure. No significant "brassing" or wear-through to the base metal.* **Mechanisms:** The pin stem safety latch on the brooch closes securely. The earring screw-back findings thread smoothly and hold firmly. The necklace chain clasp functions perfectly.* **Box:** Included original vintage presentation box shows normal light shelf wear consistent with age but displays beautifully. *Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the visual description. Feel free to reach out with any questions prior to bidding or purchasing!* Condition: Pre-owned - Good. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Vintage & Antique Jewelry › Jewelry Sets. Brand: Curtis Creations.

Main Stone Creation

Natural

Signed

Yes

Color

Gold

Material

Shell

Set Includes

Earrings, Necklace, Pendant

Main Stone Color

Peach

Year Manufactured

1940-1949

Metal

Yellow Gold Filled

Jewelry Department

Fashion

Main Stone

Shell

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Curtis Creations

Type

Jewelry Set

Department

Women

Metal Purity

12k

Era

Retro (1935-1950)

Main Stone Shape

Oval

Base Metal

Gold

Theme

Cameo

Country of Origin

United States