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Brooch

Jewelry

Mourning pin with metal base that may have been gold-plated over silver metal. It is engraved with some evidence of black enameling taille d'épargne, much of it worn off. Large oval glass held in a decorative bezel with a row of gilded tiny beaded band and a row of faux seed pearls. Back of pin shows silver over copper. Rivet holding the larger pearl is missing. Round hinge and safety clasp. 1 3/16" long 1 1/2" wide

2025.16.145

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

Jewelry

Historic Costume

1900 - 1910

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