Sale - Antique Hair Brooch - Victorian Gold Shell Black Enamel Cultured Pearls Pin - Circa 1880s Era Genuine Rose Cut Diamond Flower Jewelry

Incredible antique circa 1880s Victorian era gold shell hair brooch! This exceptional statement pin has a gold shell frame, and features black enamel on the front. The front is further embellished with sprays of cultured pearls with a genuine rose cut diamond flower. The backside reveals a glass compartment that encases woven brown hair beneath. The brooch secures with a classic pin backing, and has an added bail so it can be worn as a necklace. A collectible piece of fine Victorian era hair jewelry! *Sale - price reduced from $450 USD to $410 USD.

ERA - Circa 1880s - Victorian

METAL / MATERIAL - Gold shell, cultured pearls, black enamel, hair, glass, genuine rose cut diamond (approx. .01 CT)

MARKINGS / HISTORY - N/A

CONDITION - Good antique condition. Gold shell metal has been professionally polished & cleaned. Age appropriate patina & wear remains. Glass and hair are intact and preserved. The glass is secure but does push out on one side. Pin secures as it should, and extends further out from the side of the brooch. Amazing antique hair brooch!

SIZE / MEASUREMENTS - Brooch: 1 3/4 x 1 1/2 inches, Weight: 20.18 grams

PRESENTATION - Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.

AUTHENTICITY - Each item in our shop has been hand-selected and inspected by a GIA Graduate Gemologist.

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