A graceful revival of classical cameo jewellery, interpreted through the ornate elegance of 1980s design.
This striking vintage cameo brooch features a finely sculpted lady’s profile in ivory-toned lucite, set against a rich midnight blue background. The cameo sits at the centre of an elaborately detailed triple gold-plated filigree frame, extending into delicate openwork scroll motifs on either side.
Two pearl accents are placed symmetrically along the frame, lending softness and refinement while enhancing the romantic character of the piece.
Discovered as deadstock from a London warehouse, the brooch has remained unworn since its original production, preserving its original brilliance and finish.
Design Details
The brooch beautifully balances classical portraiture with decorative 1980s craftsmanship.
Key features include:
• Raised classical female profile in ivory lucite
• Deep blue cameo background creating dramatic contrast
• Triple gold-plated ornate filigree frame
• Two faux pearl accents adding elegance and symmetry
• Openwork scroll design extending across the brooch
The elongated design gives the brooch a refined, almost ribbon-like silhouette — allowing the cameo portrait to remain the central focal point.
Styling Suggestions
This brooch offers both heritage charm and statement elegance.
Classic styling
• On the lapel of a tailored blazer
• Pinned to a silk blouse or dress
• On the collar of a structured jacket
Creative styling
• On a silk scarf as a decorative clasp
• On the waist of a dress
• On a structured handbag as a vintage accent
The blue and gold palette pairs beautifully with ivory, navy, champagne, soft grey and blush tones.
Collector’s Value
This piece holds particular appeal for collectors of vintage costume jewellery.
• Deadstock discovery — unworn vintage pieces are increasingly rare
• Classical cameo revival design, inspired by antique European portrait jewellery
• Triple gold plating, offering richness and durability
• Distinctive elongated silhouette measuring 6 cm × 3 cm
Cameo jewellery has remained one of the most enduring motifs in jewellery history — miniature portraits capturing romance, artistry and timeless femininity.
 
Provenance
These earrings come from a remarkable discovery — deadstock from a historic London jewellery warehouse that closed its doors in the late 1980s. Decades later, the warehouse was rediscovered and reopened, revealing untouched vintage inventory preserved exactly as it was when the business ceased operations.
Today, this archive supplies rare pieces to film and production houses such as Bridgerton, Joan, and other major costume productions, alongside a select circle of vintage dealers.
To encounter such pieces in unworn condition after more than four decades is exceptionally rare.
 
Era: 1980s
Condition: Deadstock (never worn, old warehouse stock)
Material: Triple gold-plated metal, lucite cameo, faux pearls
Measurements: 6 cm × 3 cm