RARE c.1793 Engraved Mourning Pin, Brooch in 10k Gold w Seed Pearls, Gold Monogram on Blond Hair marriage trousseau the mother's portrait done earlier

the mother's portrait done earlier

while it is the right size for a snuff box

Delightful & rare antique Victorian era Black Forest hand carved 5" single inkwell

The etui looks a bit like shagreen but it is a deep moss green but almost looks like Vernis Martin layering of color and varnish

She dates to about 1910

RARE c.1793 Engraved Mourning Pin, Brooch in 10k Gold w Seed Pearls, Gold Monogram on Blond Hair marriage trousseau the mother's portrait done earlierA spectacular 18th century mourning pin, brooch, honoring 83 year old "E Smith, 7, Dec. 1793" and with the pale blond, I'm going to venture it honors the loss of a baby or very young child. Late 1700s., Georgian era, these mourning or memento pins were so precious and treasured, they often survive in excellent condition as is the case with this one with its 1 framing row of very fine seed pearls. Can be worn either as a pin or pendant (small bale up