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Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch – Circa 1870
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Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch – Circa 1870

19th century
Sold 30 April 2025 · Kingsdown Antiques
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Description

A Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch. The brooch is set in a bold circular form, composed of individually cut and polished marble specimens in earthy tones of red, brown, green, white, and more – circa 1870.

*This brooch originates from the popular “Grand Tour” tradition of 19th-century Europe, where affluent travellers collected mementos from celebrated cultural sites—particularly ornamental stones from Italy.

Measurements:

Diameter: 2" (approx. 5cm)

Item weight: 18g

Total weight: 71g

In good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Victorian Specimen Marble Brooch to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
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5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1137175
Dealers Internal Reference
P51370
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A Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch.
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The brooch is set in a bold circular form, composed of individually cut and polished marble specimens in earthy tones of red, brown, green, white, and more – circa 1870.
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fig 1. A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box.
fig 1. Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch – Circa 1870

This brooch originates from the popular “Grand Tour” tradition of 19th-century Europe, where affluent travellers collected mementos from celebrated cultural sites—particularly ornamental stones from Italy.

Measurements:

Diameter: 2" (approx. 5cm)

Item weight: 18g

Total weight: 71g

In good condition.

Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Victorian Specimen Marble Brooch to the Victorian era.

Width
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137175
Dealers Internal Ref
P51370
Kingsdown Antiques
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Archive I A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch – Circa 1870

Archive II A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box. View II
Archive III A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box. View III
Archive IV A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box. View IV
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A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box.
Stunning Antique Victorian Grand Tour Specimen Marble Brooch – circa 1870
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A circular Victorian grand tour brooch featuring geometric inlaid segments of multicoloured marble and minerals set within a dark border, resting inside a vintage velvet-lined presentation box.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMarble, Malachite, Hardstone, Jet, Metal
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsGeometric inlaid mosaic, Circular concentric design, Multi-mineral segments
  • SizeW 5 cm (2 in)

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Grand Tour specimen brooches are 19th-century souvenirs collected by wealthy travellers touring cultural sites in Europe, typically featuring inlaid fragments of local marbles, minerals, and stones.

These pieces were crafted using lapidary techniques, specifically micro-mosaic or pietra dura, where tiny geometric segments of hardstones, marbles, and malachite were meticulously cut and fitted together on a backing.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-correct metal findings such as a C-clasp and tubular hinge, hand-cut stone variations, and natural ageing characteristics within the stone matrices and backing materials.

These historical accessories can be pinned to the lapel of a tailored blazer, fastened to a woollen scarf, or displayed as a miniature cabinet curiosity on a small stand.

Store them in a padded jewellery box away from direct sunlight and moisture, avoid chemical cleaners or ultrasonic baths, and gently clean the stone surfaces with a soft, dry cloth.
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