Vintage Cowrie Necklace - Coreen Simpson
Vintage Cowrie Necklace - Coreen Simpson
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The Black Cameo collection started in 1990 by Coreen Simpson a noted African-American photographer and jewelry designer. Her work's ability to present a wide variety of subjects with "depth of character and dignity" is manifested in her collection of vintage jewelry she made for Avon. Simpson’s goal was that every black women would be able to identify with the portraits within her cameo jewelry. Customers of the Black Cameo collection included Ruby Dee and Oprah Winfrey. Her line is a highly sought after collectible today representing one of the first major national brands to highlight African American profiles and designer.