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The Brand: Van Dell Heritage Founded in 1938 in Providence, Rhode Island, Van Dell was the premier name in American "bridge jewelry." They were renowned for creating pieces that bridged the gap between costume and fine jewelry by using precious metals and genuine hand-carved elements. This brooch is officially hallmarked "Van Dell STERLING" on the reverse. The Carving: Authentic "Habillé" Shell This is a genuine hand-carved shell cameo (likely Cornelian or Sardonyx shell). It is a classic "Habillé" style—a French term meaning "dressed." The Detail: Habillé cameos feature a subject "dressed up" with jewelry. In this carving, the woman wears a detailed necklace and hair ornament carved directly into the white relief of the shell.