Black Metal Mourning Brooch
Date1837 - 1901
Object NameBrooch
Mediummetal and enamel
ClassificationsJewellery
DimensionsHeight: 6.1cm
Width: 7.8cm
Depth: 1.2cm
Width: 7.8cm
Depth: 1.2cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS082477
About MeOrnate black enamelled metal mourning brooch with simple pin at the back.Mourning was big business during the Victorian period and all levels of society and incomes were catered for. Black enamelled metal moulded into ornate shapes that mimicked jet were a popular, cheap alternative to the more expensive versions in jet or bog oak.
Late 19th century
Mid - late 19th century
1837 - 1901
Probably 19th century
1846 - 1901
1860 - 1899
1890 - 1929
1890 - 1929
Late 19th century
1837 - 1901
1837 - 1901
1890 - 1929
1860 - 1899
Late 19th century
19th century
1862 - 1901
1840 - 1900
1860 - 1910