Petit Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Mourning or Memento Pin, Brooch in 10k Gold 14k gold plaque beautifully painted

beautifully painted

yet I wonder if the frames have been newer - mid-1800s

Loads of hand applied gold trim and rocailles of 'seaweed' like edge decoration around the outer perimeter of the top

it's country of origin)

Petit Antique Victorian Seed Pearl Mourning or Memento Pin, Brooch in 10k Gold 14k gold plaque beautifully paintedEvenly chosen seed pearls 3 mm in size, slightly larger than most of these, and an elongated rectangular aperture and petit size make this one feel like a tie pin, or a small pin worn by a husband whose beautiful brunette wife is remembered by a plaiting of hair within. Very nicely preserved, cherished more than worn. Victorian era 10k gold, barrel hinge and c clamp back. I did not do much polishing, so you can take the time to bring it to its highest