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Antique Georgian 18K Gold Hairwork, Black Enamel and Black Paste Mourning Brooch

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An antique yellow gold brooch, comprising twenty-two round cut black paste stones, black enamel, and one panel of glass, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with a silver pin. The brooch is rectangular in shape, and has a glass covered compartment, containing plaited blonde hair at the centre. A border of black enamel surrounds the hairwork panel, which is surrounded by a border of ornately carved gold. Round cut black paste stones surround the brooch, in pinched gold settings. To the back of the brooch there is an engraved inscription reading, “Jno Andrews,, Obt 28 Aug’,, 1826. Aet,, 72”. The brooch is fitted with a C-shaped clasp and pin, the pin in silver. The brooch is in excellent condition. Wear and tear acquiescent with age. The brooch measures 15mm high, 21mm wide, and is 4mm deep (excluding brooch fittings). Paste stone size, estimated: 2.5mm Brooch weight: 5.56g Hallmarks: 18 (18 karat gold), London, date letter lowercase ‘L’ for 1826
  • Metal:
    18k Gold,Yellow Gold,Enamel
  • Weight:
    5.5 g
  • Period:
    1820-1829
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1826
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: REF6661stDibs: LU4056223017422

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