Small Georgian Gold Hair Mourning Brooch

A tiny gold early 19th century mourning brooch with a glazed centrepiece of neatly braided hair. The plain inner frame is a slightly rosy gold, making a lovely contrast to the richer yellow gold outer frame which is carved with decorative flowers and leaves. The brooch fixes with a simple C clasp. 

SIZE: Approximately 1.8 x 1.5cm.

WEIGHT: 2.1g. 

MATERIALS: Nine-carat gold, glass, hair.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None found.

CONDITION: In very good antique condition; there is a little abrasion to the face of the bevelled glass surface.

ERA: Estimated Georgian (c.1714-1837).

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