This extraordinary piece is a Mourning (Memorial) Brooch,
dating back to mid-Victorian period - circa 1870's, 
yet it's in remarkable condition 
 
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Of English provenance, 
this piece is set with a Banded Agate, 
measuring 28mm x 23mm 
surrounded by gold bezel 
 
Crafted in 9K Yellow Gold, 
with extraordinary attention to detail, including the twisted wire rope & 
 
further surrounded by wide frame, 
decorated with hand-painted black enamel Meander (Greek lines or Greek Key) pattern - 
the unbroken, interlocking pattern, that symbolises infinity, unity & eternal flow of life through reproduction 
 
"Greek lines" symbol was one of the most important symbols in Ancient Greece
 
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Secures to the reverse with a pin,
& featuring a glass compartment, 
as well as a bail (so the piece can potentially be worn as a pendant)
 
 
Total item's weight: 18.9gr. 
Dimensions: 39mm x 45mm 
 
 
This piece comes in a vintage box, 
accompanied by valuation certificate 
 
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Mourning pieces deserve museum display, 
as they are the hardest type of jewellery to find, 
hence unrivalled in value & 
highly collectable today