Superb Antique 18k Gold Mourning Pin, Brooch, Blond Plaited Hair Art Memento, Georgian to Victorian coat rack fine quality work

fine quality work

stylus or mechanical pencil

this one a beautiful piece with legible hallmark and engraved monogram that appears to be "ELS"

It's always tempting however because often there will be something personal tucked in behind the painting like a meaningful hand painted playing card

Superb Antique 18k Gold Mourning Pin, Brooch, Blond Plaited Hair Art Memento, Georgian to Victorian coat rack fine quality workLate 1700s to as late as c. 1850, Georgian to Victorian era, these mourning or memento pins were so precious and treasured, they often survive in excellent condition as is the case with this one with its 2 framing rows of sculpted 18k gold that seem to feature seashells. Can be worn either as a pin or pendant (small bale up top means you can add a loop or hook for gold chain or to latch over pearl strand. Really a beautiful one I've clustered these on