This classic, ponytail style cameo originated in the 1960's from Western Germany.  Items in this category are made from a "new" process used in the 1920's.  Not new today, but new to folks then.  Today you find many items made of acrylic and some people mistakenly think of these as "plastic".  Acrylic was widely used in the 1920's and 1930's because it could be carved and molded so easily.  All the cameos found in this category have been recently wire wrapped to enhance their beauty and emphasize the details of each one.