RARE c.1793 Engraved Mourning Pin, Brooch in 10k Gold w Seed Pearls, Gold Monogram on Blond Hair marriage trousseau The elongated scalloped top of

The elongated scalloped top of the shelf is 12" widest and 8" at deepest point

The only flaw is some breakage/loss to the thorn crown and possibly the tips of a few fingers

The drawings/paintings are wonderful

less than I paid

the mother's portrait done earlier

RARE c.1793 Engraved Mourning Pin, Brooch in 10k Gold w Seed Pearls, Gold Monogram on Blond Hair marriage trousseau The elongated scalloped top ofA spectacular 18th century mourning pin, brooch, honoring 83 year old "E Smith, 7, Dec. 1793" and with the pale blond, I'm going to venture it honors the loss of a baby or very young child. Late 1700s., Georgian era, these mourning or memento pins were so precious and treasured, they often survive in excellent condition as is the case with this one with its 1 framing row of very fine seed pearls. Can be worn either as a pin or pendant (small bale up