About Us

Cameo Calamity is an online shopping boutique offering: cameo, custom jewelry, new and pre-owned jewelry, and a few accessories using our original artwork in clothing and various products.

From the old-fashioned, to the modern classics we highlight both. All hand-picked, curated from across the globe. We also offer brands such as Cameo & Beyond and Cameo Italiano. Also, we have a few pieces we source and manufacture ourselves.

We also offer specialized gemological services. Please review our Services page for more details. B2B, B2C.

We give a portion of our online sales to Gem Legacy

Gem Legacy is a 501(c)3 Charity Nonprofit

Their Mission:

Support vocational training, entrepreneurship, and community development in East African artisanal gem mining communities.

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Cameo Calamity Guarantee

Cameo Calamity Guarantees honesty and quality. All items have been appraised and inspected by our certified gemologists.  All diamond and gemstone grading is done under Gemological Institute of America or GIA standards as the mounting permits.  All gemstone weights and measurements are approximate.

Our Mission

At Cameo Calamity, we celebrate the timeless beauty of jewelry and fashion by curating a unique collection of vintage, antique, and contemporary cameo jewelry and accessories.

Our mission is to preserve and share the beauty and history of cameos and antique jewelry through our website and social media channels. Our lines are designed to mix the old with the new, honoring the traditional while incorporating new modern trends. While insuring our dedication to providing exceptional service to our clients, & customers. Help others.

The carefully curated pieces hope to empower & inspire you. To discover and more.

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Our founder, Michelle Walden Fink (Waldo) is a Gemological Institute of America, GIA Graduate Gemologist and Accredited Jewelry Professional, AJP with over 20 years of experience in diamonds, gemstones, and antique jewelry.  She is a speaker, poetry writer, and actively involved in her community.  She has been employed by the GIA and the American Gem Society, AGS.  With a background working for prestigious institutions like GIA and AGS, Michelle Walden Fink brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the field of diamonds, gemstones, and antique jewelry.   Michelle Walden Fink's expertise includes extensive knowledge in diamonds, gemstones, and antique jewelry, acquired through her experience as a GIA Staff Gemologist.