Antique Gold-Plated Pinchbeck Brooch

Antique Gold-Plated Pinchbeck Brooch

Regular price R 1,250

Antique Gold-Plated Pinchbeck Brooch
 
This antique Pinchbeck brooch is partially gold-plated, including a decorative wreath set with garnet-coloured paste ‘gemstones’ on the front. There is a leaf, and a grey synthetic pearl decoration contained within the wreath. Two small, clear paste ‘gemstones’ are set on two sides of the pearl. The brooch has violet transparent cover set into the back, to allow for a picture or hair to be stored. The brooch is unmarked.
 
Weight                                    18.4g
Age                                         1880
Dimensions                             41mm diameter; 23mm thick
Condition                                Very good
Stock code                              AJ405