Fine Jewellery - 25th April 2024
Lot 485
λ A George III portrait miniature mourning jewel, early 19th century composite, of oval outline, set
Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £605
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Description
λ A George III portrait miniature mourning jewel, early 19th century composite, of oval outline, set with a miniature portrait of a young girl in 17th century attire with lace collar and pearl hair net, earrings and embroidery, the reverse with a glazed compartment containing woven hair, within a gilt metal frame engraved with flowers, length 4.5 x 3.7 including later pendant hoop, later brooch and pendant fittings, portrait miniature possibly later matched to frame