Antique Georgian mourning pendant brooch, 18ct gold, Amethyst and Pearl

This is truly one of the most beautiful antique mourning pendant / brooches of its design.

It is crafted in the richest 18ct yellow gold with a bloomed finish, this beautiful old gold contrasting beautifully with three rich deep purple amethyst stones.

The amethyst are intercepted by tiny creamy seed pearls and there is a pearl halo to the centre surrounding a small glazed window which contains a lock of hair beneath.

These types of hair jewellery were not just seen in mourning jewellery but also often love tokens, a memento to remember a loved one when they were away.

This fastens as a brooch with an old c type pin and clasp fastener and can also be worn as a pendant suspended from the lovely original chased and engraved bale.

A fine piece of early 19th century however it is worn.

Marks and era:
Unmarked, tests as 18ct gold with a gilt wash, Georgian era c1800s

Condition:
Good used condition overall, surface wear commensurate with age and use, a little thinning to the bale where it meets the pendant.

Approx measurements:
1.25" width
1.30 height

Weighs approx 6.68 grams

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