Stunning Collection of Opal Earrings, Chokers, Pearl and Gemstone Bracelets, Citrine and Ruby Necklaces, and Unique Lockets
Stunning Collection of Opal Earrings, Chokers, Pearl and Gemstone Bracelets, Citrine and Ruby Necklaces, and Unique Lockets Stunning Collection of Opal Earrings, Chokers, Pearl and Gemstone Bracelets, Citrine and Ruby Necklaces, and Unique Lockets
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A beautifully preserved antique Georgian Memento Mori brooch from the late 18th Century built around a remarkable centrepiece depicting an urn atop a memorial pedestal with the words: “In memory of” written at the front.

The image is intricately detailed and put together by a true master of the art. It’s set on a plain white base and created from a variety of materials including gold wire, seed pearls and hair that has been worked beautifully into the shape of a willow tree above the memorial.

Memento Mori jewellery was often worn as a commemorative souvenir to remember a loved one. The pieces were commonly decorated with skulls, crossbones, and coffins but the morbid themes were not a celebration of death, but rather a reminder to live your life well and cherish each waking day.

The image has been preserved behind a glass window and set in an ornate 18ct gold frame with exquisite scrolling metalwork around the outside. It’s complete with a secret glass window locket at the back which would have traditionally held a lock of hair belonging to the deceased loved one.

This is an incredibly rare Georgian find and was clearly a much-beloved piece that has been kept in excellent condition across the centuries.

Weighs: 42.7 grams

Measures: Width 70mm x Height 63mm x Depth 12mm - Centrepiece 46mm x 37mm

Metal: 18ct Gold (Tested)

Condition: Some gold wiring on the centrepiece has come away over time but mostly it's intact and in excellent condition given its age.

ITEM NUMBER: 6820 

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Antique Georgian Memento Mori Mourning Brooch 18ct Gold
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