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Mid-Victorian 9k Gold, Black Enamel, Banded Agate Mourning Meander Brooch

About the Item

This extraordinary piece is a Mourning (Memorial) Brooch, dating back to mid-Victorian period - circa 1870's, yet it's in remarkable condition ~~~ Of English provenance, this piece is set with a Banded Agate, measuring 28mm x 23mm surrounded by gold bezel Crafted in 9K Yellow Gold, with extraordinary attention to detail, including the twisted wire rope & further surrounded by wide frame, decorated with hand-painted black enamel Meander (Greek lines or Greek Key) pattern - the unbroken, interlocking pattern, that symbolises infinity, unity & eternal flow of life through reproduction "Greek lines" symbol was one of the most important symbols in Ancient Greece ~ Secures to the reverse with a pin, & featuring a glass compartment, as well as a bail (so the piece can potentially be worn as a pendant) Total item's weight: 18.9gr. Dimensions: 39mm x 45mm This piece comes in a vintage box, accompanied by valuation certificate ~~~ Mourning pieces deserve museum display, as they are the hardest type of jewellery to find, hence unrivalled in value & highly collectable today Truly unique piece, so get it today not to miss out!

Metal:

9k Gold,Enamel

Stone:

Agate

Stone Cut:

Oval Cut

Weight:

18.9 g

Dimensions:

Width: 1.54 in (39 mm)Length: 1.78 in (45 mm)

Style:

Victorian