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Manufacturer: MINIATURE PORTRAIT in GOLD DIAMOND BROOCH PIN
Antique Victorian handpainted miniature portrait set in an 18k gold mount with diamond border. Made in France circa 1880-1900. <P><P>
Measures slightly under 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Weighs 14 grams. <P><P>
Round brooch. The outer border with tightly set ring of diamonds. A raised ridge border of gold encloses a handpainted miniature of a beautiful young woman wearing a cute hat, adorned with pretty flowers and blue ribbons. A matching blue ibbon around her neck suspends a long drop pendant jewel. Hair piled up in 18th century style. Salmon pink dress with lacy highlights. The features of her face are quite beautiful and sensitively depicted. <P>
Face is very beautiful and finely painted.
The back of the brooch is entirely enclosed in gold with original pin in good condition. <P><P>
There are two tiny hallmarks on the pin, which are not quite legible, but appear to be French. <P><P>
Very good condition.
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