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Cameo Information
Cameos have been the favorites of the rich and the famous for centuriesWirewrappers and wire sculptors alike can add cameo jewelry profits to there home jewelry business with just a bit of cameo knowledge.
Again there is a lot to learn! Agate cameos, shell cameos, vintage cameos, antique cameos, hardstone cameos, bakelite cameos, plastic cameos, mother of pearl cameos, black onyx cameos and a few more. But if you learn a little about each then you're on your way to making a little money and having a little fun with cameos.
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All About Wedgwood Cameos
Preston Reuther, Master Wire Sculptor
The wonderful pale, blue color associated with Wedgwood cameos all started with a man and a dream. His name was Josiah Wedgwood. Here's a bit of history surrounding wedgewood cameo jewelry. . . .
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5 Tips for Cleaning Cameo Jewelry
Preston Reuther, Master Wire Sculptor
Cameos are made from shell that came from the sea. The setting may be gold, silver, brass, or pinchbeck but the cleaning of a cameo is almost the same. There are quite a few inexpensive ways to clean....... . . .
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Cameo Information
Preston Reuther Master Wire Sculptor
Can you tell the difference between shell cameos and resin? How about agate and plastic cameos? Do you know how to price your cameo pendant? What about an antique cameo?...... . . .
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10 Things To Know Before Buying An Antique Cameo
Preston Reuther, Master Wire Sculptor
How can you tell if the cameo you are considering buying is truly an antique and worth the asking price? Antique cameos are beautiful, hand carved works of art and are highly sought after collectibles. Knowing these 10 rules of thumb will help you determine if a cameo is an authentic antique or a reproduction. . . .
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Agate Cameos For High End Home Jewelry Customers
Preston Reuther Master Wire Sculptor
Agate cameos have been cut by hand and machine for a very long time and their beauty never fades. The agate cameo is much higher priced then its shell cousin from Italy which is cut by hand. But the agate is stronger then steel and will not discolor with time. It is treasured by collectors and prized by wire wrappers and wire sculptors alike. . . .
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Make Money With Wire wrapped Italian Shell Cameos
Preston Reuther Master Wire Sculptor
Turn a $15 Cameo into $100 Sale!!! Yes you can do this very easily. Especially now when shipping and import duties are very high on Italian hand carved cameos. Even agate cameos and art cameos are hard to come by so the wire jeweler that can obtain the cameos and make an attractive wire setting for them, can increase the revenues to there small home jewelry business over night. . . .
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