Early Victorian Pique Tortoise Shell Brooch yellow The note can be seen

The note can be seen through the front of the design behind a clear protective cover and it is hallmarked with 375 as well as the assay mark for London

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Early Victorian Pique Tortoise Shell Brooch yellow The note can be seenThis treasured antiquity is crafted from tortoiseshell that has been inlaid with gold to present the image of a bee. The process of making this brooch has been lost over time, it has been delicately crafted by heating the tortoiseshell and pressing the gold pattern in. Brooches such as this one were worn as mourning jewellery to signify the wearer was experiencing bereavement. Details: Materials Tortoiseshell and Gold Pique Brooch pin fitting to the