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Antique 1780 Georgian Brooch Miniature Pencil Drawing on Paper Silver Paste

About the Item

This chaming piece of jewellery was created around 1780 as a clasp for a bracelet or necklace. In the early 19th century it was converted into a brooch. The pencil drawing shows the portrait of an elegant lady wearing a fur trimmed jacket, large earrings and a head ornament. The x-shaped safety mechanism is a later addition. The brooch could be restored to it's original function by means of laser and making a new tongue for the clasp. However this would involve quite severe extra costs.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    11.5 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.38 in (35 mm)Depth: 0.24 in (6 mm)Length: 1.5 in (38 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: This piece of jewellery was originally made as a clasp and has been converted into a brooch in the 19th century. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1490112914422
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