Essex Jewelry and Antiques
c1865 Victorian Mourning 14k Gold Onyx Black Glass Brooch Pendant
Regular price
$424.80
Presented is a lovely Victorian 14 karat gold and onyx or black glass
brooch/pendant. This piece is American and dates to around 1860-1870. The pin is
done as a beveled oval of onyx or black glass surrounded by diamond shapes in
the same material. The gold setting of the onyx/glass has a fine milgrain
finish. The brooch has an old 'C' style clasp as well as a loop at the top so it
can be worn as a pendant.
The pin is in good overall condition. The onyx or glass has a few little
nibbles here and there, but nothing noticeable or significant. The clasp
functions well. There are no breaks and no repairs.
This piece is not stamped, but we have tested it with nitric acid and
guarantee it to be 14 karat gold, except for the shaft of the pin which is not
gold.
The pin measures about 1 1/4 inches by 1 inch.
This piece weighs 4.8 grams.
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