Bull's Eye Onyx Mourning Brooch
Datec. 1865
Object NameBrooch
Mediumonyx and brass
ClassificationsJewellery
DimensionsOverall: Length: 3 cm, Height: 2.5 cm, Width: 1.7 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1973 by the Misses Duguid.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000558
About MeA single polished bull's eye onyx mourning brooch with pinchbeck mount and pin. Black onyx was widely used during the Victorian period for mourning jewellery. A particular favourite was bull's eye onyx.
1840 - 1900
Late 19th century
19th century
Late 19th century
1862 - 1901
Probably 19th century
1860 - 1910
1860 - 1899
Mid - late 19th century
Late 19th century
1837 - 1901
1846 - 1901
Probably 19th century
1860 - 1899
1837 - 1901
19th century
1890 - 1929
