{"product_id":"broche-guardapelo-de-luto-victoriano-negro-con-lazo-y-guirnaldas-siglo-xix-ca-1870-1900","title":"Black Victorian mourning chatelaine brooch with bow and garlands, 19th century, ca. 1870–1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eVictorian mourning locket brooch, made of black metal with raised ornamental decoration. It features a circular frame surrounded by plant garlands and ribbons, crowned by a decorative bow. In the center, it retains a small circular compartment intended to hold a photograph, a lock of hair, or another personal keepsake, protected by a transparent cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse incorporates a long metal needle with a C-type clasp and a back plate that holds the central compartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Victorian era, especially in the second half of the 19th century, mourning and memorial jewelry acquired notable social and sentimental importance. Black brooches, lockets, and medallions allowed small keepsakes of family members and loved ones to be kept close to the person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece combines the aesthetics of Victorian mourning with the intimate function of a locket, reflecting a jewelry tradition linked to personal memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Victorian, mourning jewelry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration\/Motif: Top bow, plant garlands, and ornamented circular frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod\/Dating: Victorian era, ca. 1870–1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Europe, probably United Kingdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTested: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Black metal frame, metal elements, and transparent cover of the central compartment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHallmarks\/Punches: No marks are observed in the photographed areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2.8 × 3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.53 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections inherent to their age and use. Examine the photos carefully. We offer an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, write to us before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LABIZARRESUSU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59228935455051,"sku":"LOTE4034","price":40.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/0294\/2539\/files\/8_44bc2bc5-506c-4b65-80fe-393ed1541be9.png?v=1794498712","url":"https:\/\/labizarresusu.com\/en\/products\/broche-guardapelo-de-luto-victoriano-negro-con-lazo-y-guirnaldas-siglo-xix-ca-1870-1900","provider":"LaBizarreSusu ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}