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Zoom VICTORIAN Brooch Antique Victorian 1890 Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch Mayveda Jewellery
Zoom VICTORIAN Brooch Antique Victorian 1890 Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch Mayveda Jewellery
Zoom VICTORIAN Brooch Antique Victorian 1890 Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch Mayveda Jewellery
Zoom VICTORIAN Brooch Antique Victorian 1890 Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch Mayveda Jewellery
Zoom VICTORIAN Brooch Antique Victorian 1890 Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch Mayveda Jewellery
Zoom VICTORIAN Brooch Antique Victorian 1890 Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch Mayveda Jewellery

Antique Victorian 1870s Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch

£325.00 GBP
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Description

Introducing our antique Victorian tortoiseshell piqué brooch, popular in the 1820s and 1870s. . This exquisite heirloom piece is a testament to the fine craftsmanship of the Victorian era. The large round brooch is made with tortoiseshell piqué that looks stunning with its gold and silver inlay. 

 

In the Victorian era Tortoiseshell was used in mourning jewellery. When somebody passed away as a sign of respect black clothing and jewellery were observed. The tortoiseshell is inlaid with silver and gold. The shell is heated and the design is pressed into the piece. Mourning jewellery became fashionable after Prince Albert passed away due to Queen Victoria taking on mourning for the rest of her life.

 

Its opulent design offers an elegant, majestic flair that simply captivates the eye. This antique item is a one-of-a-kind piece.

 

ERA

Victorian, 1837-1901

 

MEASUREMENTS

Diameter - 3.7cm / 1.4"

Weight - 7.64g

 

CONDITION

The brooch is in excellent antique condition. 

 

SKU

5599

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Antique Victorian 1870s Tortoiseshell Piqué Brooch

£325.00 GBP

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Quality

Antique and vintage jewellery normally show signs of age. We aim to sell items that are in excellent vintage condition. Exceptions are sometimes made if the piece is particularly unique or rare.

Accuracy

We seek to provide accurate dates for each item through knowledge, understanding and research. Unmarked items are very difficult to date and therefore such dates must be regarded as estimates.

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We offer a six month warranty which is not due to wear and tear and/or negligence after purchase. Antique and vintage jewellery require special care. Select the piece which is appropriate for your lifestyle.

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Beautiful gift wrapping complimentary to you. Carefully wrapped in our signature English made pistaccio green boxes finished with our pink ribbon.

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