{"product_id":"antique-victorian-garnet-mourning-hairwork-brooch","title":"Antique Victorian Garnet Mourning Hairwork Brooch","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful antique Victorian mourning brooch featuring a glowing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep-red garnet cabochon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and an exceptionally detailed hairwork compartment on the reverse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe impressive oval garnet carbuncle weighs approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 carats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is beautifully foil-backed within a warm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epinchbeck frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Delicate ribbon-cross motifs adorn each corner, adding to the brooch's distinctly Victorian character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse reveals an especially sentimental detail: a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeveled-glass hairwork compartment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e containing finely arranged blonde and brown hair, woven with delicate metallic thread. Hairwork jewelry was a cherished Victorian tradition, preserving a loved one's hair as a tangible keepsake of remembrance and affection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully crafted from front to back, this versatile antique can be worn as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elace pin or brooch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and makes a wonderful addition to a collection of Victorian mourning jewelry. Its timeless design makes it equally appealing to both gentlemen and ladies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials: Gold Pinchbeck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGemstone: Natural garnet - approximately 6 carats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: 1 inch wide and 3\/4 inch tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 4.7 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good condition with no noted flaws. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll sales are governed by the policies outlined on our policies page. At Boylerpf, we specialize in authentic antique and vintage jewelry. Each piece in our collection is pre-owned and may show signs of age and gentle wear. These are not new or unworn items. We strive for full transparency and photograph our pieces in detail, noting any significant flaws. Please review all photos carefully and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boylerpf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44577102790745,"sku":null,"price":413.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0893\/6984\/files\/Alicia_Boyle_put_brooch_up_close_in_an_antique_box_square_format_75768e25-4fac-4ef3-ba44-7799bee4493b.jpg?v=1787657314","url":"https:\/\/boylerpf.com\/en-de\/products\/antique-victorian-garnet-mourning-hairwork-brooch","provider":"Boylerpf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}