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Victorian Mourning (Memorial) Gold-Filled Black Enamel Brooch w Plaited Hair

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Although Mourning Jewelry has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages, its popularity reached its peak during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 - 1901). This extraordinary piece is a Victorian Mourning (Memorial) Brooch, it is gilded, its frame is designed as interlocking ropes, inlaid with black enamel & adorned with intricate fleur-de-lis motif, signifying perfection, light and life... The brooch features a central panel containing plaited hair of blonde colour Beautifully detailed throughout, it has a provision to be worn as pendant Measuring 48mm x 38mm, the brooch secures to the reverse with pin & safety clasp Indeed, mourning pieces deserve museum display, as they are the hardest type of jewellery to find, hence unrivalled in value & highly collectable today This truly unique piece comes in a vintage box In beautiful condition
  • Metal:
    Gold Plate,Enamel
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (38 mm)Width: 1.89 in (48 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    Australia
  • Period:
    1850-1859
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    MELBOURNE, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3412225345042

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