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From mother to child, passed on through the generations, a cameo can mark an event, time passing, or a traditional rite of passage. Gifting one in the 21st century might be for a wedding (although not necessarily worn on a contemporary svelte gown, but pinned to a wristlet as "something old".)
On Mother's Day this weekend, we recognize our mothers' efforts, big and small, and all they've done for us. Whether we spend this Sunday by being with our Moms, or by sweetly remembering those who have passed on, we thank them for "her doing" to make us who we are and can be.
Shown above: Originating in 3rd century BC Greece, early carved stone cameos showed mythology or portraits of important dignitaries. Britain's Queen Victoria popularized shell-carved cameos in the second half of the 19th century.
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