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Commemorative Brooch by Edmund Johnson, in 18-Carat Gold with Its Original Case

$9,975.14
£7,275
€8,484.68
CA$13,659.38
A$15,187.38
CHF 7,930.01
MX$184,867.36
NOK 101,183.48
SEK 94,804.08
DKK 63,322.72
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Commemorative brooch by Edmund Johnson Ltd of Dublin, in 18-carat gold with its original fitted case Designed in the form of an anchor, set with a commemorative medallion with portrait of “Admiral Lord Nelson, born 9th September 1758”, the anchor with twisted rope decoration, in 18-carat gold signed Johnson Ltd Dublin, length 5.3 cm Edmond Johnson was the leading goldsmith and silversmith in Dublin from the late 19th century and into the 20th century. He was based in premises in the Grafton Street and Wicklow Street areas.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.09 in (5.3 cm)Width: 0.04 in (1 mm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Ireland, Republic of
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU973017571891

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