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Mid-Victorian Pearl Memorial Brooch Circa 1850s

About the Item

A superb Victorian memorial brooch featuring a sealed locket of mother-of-pearl dressed with hand-arranged ornate feathers and flowers created from the loved ones hair. This centrepiece is surrounded by beautiful gold cannetille fine wire-work surrounded by natural pearls. The rear of the brooch is hand-engraved with the initials MEA, Died April 15th 1859. Fitted and secured with a metal pin and hook catch. Gemstone: Thirty-four 3.0mm natural pearls, good lustre Metal: 14k yellow gold (XRF tested) Weight: 9.59 grams Measurements: Length 3.5cm, width 2.6cm Era: Victorian Circa 1850s
  • Metal:
    14k Gold,Yellow Gold
  • Stone:
    Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Bead
  • Weight:
    9.59 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.03 in (26 mm)Length: 1.38 in (35 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    1850-1859
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    ADELAIDE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 5669701stDibs: LU3034225043312

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