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Rainforest Design® Jewelry Collection

Frog on halyconia pendant, 25mm, .925 silver, 18kt gold plated, sold with 18” rhodium plated, sterling silver chain. Authorized reproduction of an original museum quality Rainforest Design®️handcrafted shell cameo, carved in Panama by a master Wounaan Indian artist. Part of the proceeds go to the artist whose signature appears on the reverse. The Panama Golden Frog or Rana Dorada, is now extinct in the wild, and only exists in captivity in a few places where attempts to breed them are being made.

Frog on Halyconia pendant, w/18” chain

From $150.00

Hummingbird w/ hibiscus flower pendant, 25 mm, rhodium plated, .925 sterling silver with 18Kt gold plating accenting the hummingbird. Sold with a 18” rhodium plated sterling silver chain. Authorized reproduction of an original museum quality Rainforest Design®️handcrafted shell cameo, carved in Panama by a master Wounaan Indian artist. Part of the proceeds go to the artist whose signature appears on the reverse.

Hummingbird w/ hibiscus flower pendant, w/18” chain

$150.00

Seahorse w/grass pendant, w/18”chain

$175.00

Frog on lily pad pendant, 30mm, rhodium plated, .925 sterling silver, 18Kt gold plating on frog. Sold with an 18” sterling silver chain. Authorized reproduction of an original museum quality Rainforest Design®️handcrafted shell cameo, carved in Panama by a master Wounaan Indian artist. Part of the proceeds go to the artist whose signature appears on the reverse. The Panama Golden Frog or Rana Dorada, is now extinct in the wild,

Frog on lily pad pendant, w/18” chain

$175.00

Authorized reproduction of an original museum quality Rainforest Design®️handcrafted shell cameo, carved in Panama by a master Wounaan Indian artist. Part of the proceeds go to the artist whose signature appears on the reverse. Blue Morpho butterflies are commonly seen From your car by visitors to the Panama rainforest. Their iridescent blue color is unmistakeable and unforgettable.

Blue butterfly w/flower pendant, w/18” chain

$300.00

Hummingbird w/star flower, 24mm, handcrafted shell cameo pendant set in 950 silver. Carved by our master Wounaan Indian artist and whose signature appears on the back.

Hummingbird w/star flower cameo pendant, w/18” chain

$495.00 — Sold Out

This is one of our favorite flower designs... love this handcrafted shell cameo rose. It’s a pendant set in 950 silver, has the Wounaan artist’s signature on the back along with our hallmark so there is no mistaking the origin... this is from Rainforest Design® in Panama, as are all of our cameos. Registry number #2444, 24mm. Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity. Eco-friendly, Fair tarde.

Rose cameo pendant, w/18” sterling silver chain

$495.00

Blue butterfly w/flower 24mm shell camel pendant, handcrafted in our latticework style and set in 950 silver. Registry number #2913, this is a unique, one of a kind carved piece. Artist signed on the reverse. Hallmark on reverse. Comes with an 18” rhodium plated sterling silver chain. Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity, eso- friendly, fair trade.

Blue butterfly w/flower cameo pendant, w/18” chain

$495.00 — Sold Out

Frog on leaves w/holes, 22mm cameo pendant, handcrafted in our latticework style and set in 950 silver. Sold with an 18” rhodium plated sterling silver chain to complete the look. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. This is a unique piece, registry number #2516. One-off, eco-friendly, fair trade.

Frog on leaves w/holes cameo pendant, w/18” chain

$495.00

Heron with grass, 25mm, shell cameo pendant, handcrafted in our latticework carving style and set in 950 silver. Artist signed on reverse, hallmark stamped, registry number #2601. Comes with an 18" rhodium plated, sterling silver chain. Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity. Eco-friendly, Fair trade. One-off. Perfect gift for any other special occasion. There is really nothing more special than knowing you have the only one.

Heron w/grass cameo pendant, w/18” chain

$495.00

Rainforest Design®

Welcome to Rainforest Design® where you can preview unique handcrafted original cameos, which we have been creating since 2004, and our silver collection, which are authorized exquisite reproductions of the best, museum quality cameo designs, launched in 2019.

Exotic Cameo Collection

Carved from Queen's Helmet shell, sometimes referred to as Sardonyx Shell, by talented Wounaan Indians of the Darien Rainforest, these miniature works of art reveal what inspires the people of Panama---the exotic flora and fauna that abounds in this lush unspoiled paradise. Marvel at these highly skilled carvings and the mesmerizing stories they tell.

Shell cameos have been popular for centuries. Most cameo themes relate to the region in which they were created and also reveal much about what interested the carvers. Rainforest Design® cameos utilize age old craftsmanship and skill. And, they are created by indigenous rainforest tribal Indians with expertise in carving delicate local motifs in high relief, making these carved cameos extraordinarily collectible.

The Queen's Helmet shell, also known as Cassis madagascariensis spinella (Sardonyx Shell) is natively found in the waters of the Caribbean and is considered the best shell to use for this purpose. The shell has areas of high relief (or knuckles) which inspire the Wounaan carvers to maximize this extreme depth of perspective and makes their starfish or frogs appear so realistic. Collectors of Rainforest Design® cameos have a great appreciation for nature, and value the precise and delicate workmanship. The varied subject matter of these unique cameos resonates with them.

Take your time to browse through our hand-carved shell cameo collections. You'll see something that speaks to you. Exotic fauna? Of course. The jungles are host to fascinating creatures that regularly appear on these alluring cameos. If botanicals are more your style, you'll have plentyfrom which to choose. The exotic flora and fauna that abounds in Panama's Darien Rainforest jungles are interpreted in exquisite detail in both cameo jewelry and unmounted cameos. The cameo motifs are perfect gifts for nature lovers, bird watchers, members of the Audubon Society or orchid clubs and eco-conscious collectors. These fine museum quality jewelry cameos are artfully set in precious metals; 18K gold, and 950 silver, some of which have gold plating. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the rainforest as you look at the collections.

Every piece in our Exotic Cameo Collection is distinct and individual. Rainforest Design® cameos are created to provide a lifetime of enjoyment.

The Silver Collection

The Silver Collection offers authentic reproductions in sterling silver of our museum quality shell cameos. Inspired by Nature and ancient Panamanian civilizations, these replicas are exquisitely detailed, having been developed using the latest in 3D technologies, and true to the originals in every aspect.

Part of the proceeds go the Wounaan Indian artist whose signature appears on the reverse.

A Rainforest Design® exclusive.