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Antique 10K Gold Chalcedony & Agate Cameo Mourning Brooch – Victorian Brooch
Antique 10K Gold Chalcedony & Agate Cameo Mourning Brooch – Victorian Brooch
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This elegant antique mourning brooch features a finely carved hardstone cameo depicting a forget-me-not flower, one of the most symbolic floral motifs of the Victorian era.
The white agate flower and leaves are carved in relief against a deep black agate background, creating a striking contrast that highlights the craftsmanship of the carving. The cameo rests on a softly glowing oval chalcedony panel, whose translucent surface gives the brooch a luminous quality.
The stones are set within an ornate 10K gold frame with scrolling details and decorative flourishes typical of mid-Victorian jewelry.
Forget-me-nots were widely used in sentimental and mourning jewelry to symbolize remembrance, enduring love, and memory. The combination of the floral cameo and the chalcedony plaque creates a refined and meaningful design that reflects the emotional symbolism often expressed in Victorian jewelry.
This brooch retains its original pin stem and clasp and makes a beautiful wearable example of antique hardstone jewelry.
DETAILS
Metal: 10K Gold (Tested)
Stones: Chalcedony and Carved Agate Hardstone Cameo
Cameo Motif: Forget-Me-Not Flower
Stone Measurements: Approx. 28.51 × 39.27mm
Brooch Measurements: Approx. 45.12 × 56.24mm
Total Weight: Approx. 16.46g
Era: Victorian, circa 1860–1880
Condition: Excellent antique condition with light wear consistent with age
Sustainable Elegance
Choosing antique jewelry means embracing sustainable luxury, preserving history while reducing the need for newly mined materials. This brooch is a wearable piece of art, perfect for lovers of history, culture, and bold statement jewelry.
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