Victorian mourning brooch, double sided

A very pretty Victorian double hair verso mourning brooch.

Elaborate Rose gold plated scroll work mount with a 9ct yellow gold safety chain.

Double sided hair compartments under crystal panels, one side has a light colour hair untidied and the reverse a dark plaited hair, can be removed though.

Old C type clasp which holds well, steel pin.

Condition is good for the age:
*some wear to the top of the brooch on the gold plating
*age commensurate wear and signs of use I. E light scratches on the panels

Approx measurements:
Just under 2" width
1" height

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FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING.A very pretty Victorian double hair verso mourning brooch.

Elaborate Rose gold plated scroll work mount with a 9ct yellow gold safety chain.

Double sided hair compartments under crystal panels, one side has a light colour hair untidied and the reverse a dark plaited hair, can be removed though.

Though commonly used as mourning pieces hairwork jewellery particularly with two sides was also worn as a love token, keeping the two lovers locked together for eternity.

Old C type clasp which holds well, steel pin.

Condition is good for the age:
*some wear to the top of the brooch on the gold plating
*age commensurate wear and signs of use I. E light scratches on the panels

Approx measurements:
Just under 2" width
1" height