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Object Name
Mourning Brooch
Object Number
1917-15-0
Description
Square brooch with small rectangle in center with braided hair under glass, framed in black enamel and gold, bright cut, with gold back and pin. Chain hanging from two loops soldered to back are two charms; 1: cross made of white hair and tipped with gold; 2: purse made of hair and gold
Category
Personal Artifacts
Date Made
ca. 1830-1850
Dimensions
1 1/4" x 1 3/8"
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