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Georgian Coral Gold Cased Mourning Brooch
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Georgian Coral Gold Cased Mourning Brooch

18th century
Sold 15 October 2025 · Corvidae Antique
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Description

A pretty little 19th-century mourning brooch with a glazed centrepiece of neatly braided hair framed in polished coral cabochons.

SIZE: 1.6 x 2.2cm.

WEIGHT: 3.6g.

MATERIALS: Coral, nine-carat gold cased.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: In very good antique condition, the gold casing has worn a little at the edges in places.

ERA: Georgian (c.1714-1837).

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.6cm (0.63")
Width
2.2cm (0.87")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Georgian Gold Mourning Brooch to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1129958
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Description
A pretty little 19th-century mourning brooch with a glazed centrepiece of neatly braided hair framed in polished coral cabochons.

SIZE: 1.6 x 2.2cm.

WEIGHT: 3.6g.

MATERIALS: Coral, nine-carat gold cased.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None.

CONDITION: In very good antique condition, the gold casing has worn a little at the edges in places.

ERA: Georgian (c.1714-1837).

Height
1.6cm (0.63")
Width
2.2cm (0.87")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Georgian Gold Mourning Brooch to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1129958
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Archive I A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Coral Gold Cased Mourning Brooch

Archive II A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons. View II
Archive III A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons. View III
Archive IV A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons. View IV
Archive V A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons. View V
Archive VI A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons. View VI
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A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons.
Georgian Coral Gold Cased Mourning Brooch
Ref: SA1129958
A rectangular Georgian mourning brooch features a central glass compartment containing braided hair, bordered by goldwork and framed by a cluster of round coral cabochons.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialCoral, Gold, Glass
  • ColourCoral
  • MotifsCoral cabochons, Braided hairwork, Engraved gold border, Central glass compartment
  • SizeH 1.6 cm (1 in) x W 2.2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A Georgian mourning brooch is a commemorative piece of jewellery created during the Georgian era (17141830) to remember a deceased loved one, often incorporating symbols of grief and remembrance.

These pieces frequently utilised gold, rolled gold, or pinchbeck, alongside human hairwork, jet, seed pearls, enamel, and carved coral or garnet gemstones.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-carved mounts, closed-back settings, natural coral or other period-appropriate stones, and finely braided human hair behind glass compartments.

Such historic pieces can be worn as lapel pins on structured blazers, displayed in small glass table vitrines, or incorporated into curated gallery walls featuring antique silhouettes and textiles.

To preserve these delicate items, store them away from direct sunlight and moisture, avoid harsh chemical cleaners, and clean organic materials like coral only with a soft, dry cloth.
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