Essex Jewelry and Antiques
c1863 Beautiful Pair Victorian American 14k Gold & Coral Pins / Brooches
Regular price
$561.60
Presented is a lovely pair of Victorian 14 karat gold and coral pins. These pins are American, dating to circa 1863, based on the inscription. Each pin is done in exactly the same way, a gold rectangle mounted with a round bar of
coral. The gold is beautifully hand chased and engraved with a foliate design against a finely stippled background. The coral pieces are a rich deep orange-red. Each pin has JNW and 1863 inscribed on the back.
coral. The gold is beautifully hand chased and engraved with a foliate design against a finely stippled background. The coral pieces are a rich deep orange-red. Each pin has JNW and 1863 inscribed on the back.
The pins are in great condition. The details of the hand engraved designs are crisp. The coral pieces are securely mounted. The clasps function well. There are no breaks and no repairs.
The pins are not stamped or hallmarked, but we have tested them with nitric acid and guarantee them to be 14 karat gold.
Each pin is about 1 3/8 inches long.
The total weight for the pair is 8.1 grams.
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