Antique 19th Century 10K Gold Rhodolite Garnet Mourning Brooch 9.84TCW
Antique 19th Century 10K Gold Rhodolite Garnet Mourning Brooch 9.84TCW
This intricately made mourning brooch is crafted in 10K yellow gold using a wax cast, hand-assembled and hand-finished technique. The piece measures approximately 33.00 mm by 27.00 mm and features twelve round bezel-set rhodolite garnets (0.82 ct each), arranged around a central rectangular frame. The frame is hand engraved and contains a glass-enclosed braided portion of human hair—typical of 19th-century mourning jewelry traditions.
The garnets display a medium tone, slightly purplish-red hue, with moderate saturation. They are well-finished, showing fair polish, symmetry, and proportions. The entire brooch has a high-polish finish and is structurally secured with a joint and pin assembly in a slightly curved form.
Total estimated garnet weight: 9.84 carats
Total brooch weight: 9.62 grams
Gold purity confirmed at 10K (acid tested)
Ideal for collectors of Victorian-era mourning jewelry or antique gold pieces with historical and sentimental significance.
This brooch has been appraised at a fair retail value of $5,800.00 CAD by local Vancouver appraiser Estela Pelegrin.
Brooch is in good pre-owned ready to wear condition.
Purchase includes original appraisal and gift box.
Fair Retail Value: $5,800.00
OUR Price: $1,450.00
Buy now online or view in store during our regular business hours. You can also make an IN STORE or VIRTUAL viewing appointment here: https://www.sampsons.ca/appointments
Antique 19th Century 10K Gold Rhodolite Garnet Mourning Brooch 9.84TCW
This intricately made mourning brooch is crafted in 10K yellow gold using a wax cast, hand-assembled and hand-finished technique. The piece measures approximately 33.00 mm by 27.00 mm and features twelve round bezel-set rhodolite garnets (0.82 ct each), arranged around a central rectangular frame. The frame is hand engraved and contains a glass-enclosed braided portion of human hair—typical of 19th-century mourning jewelry traditions.
The garnets display a medium tone, slightly purplish-red hue, with moderate saturation. They are well-finished, showing fair polish, symmetry, and proportions. The entire brooch has a high-polish finish and is structurally secured with a joint and pin assembly in a slightly curved form.
Total estimated garnet weight: 9.84 carats
Total brooch weight: 9.62 grams
Gold purity confirmed at 10K (acid tested)
Ideal for collectors of Victorian-era mourning jewelry or antique gold pieces with historical and sentimental significance.
This brooch has been appraised at a fair retail value of $5,800.00 CAD by local Vancouver appraiser Estela Pelegrin.
Brooch is in good pre-owned ready to wear condition.
Purchase includes original appraisal and gift box.
Fair Retail Value: $5,800.00
OUR Price: $1,450.00
Buy now online or view in store during our regular business hours. You can also make an IN STORE or VIRTUAL viewing appointment here: https://www.sampsons.ca/appointments
Antique 19th Century 10K Gold Rhodolite Garnet Mourning Brooch 9.84TCW
This intricately made mourning brooch is crafted in 10K yellow gold using a wax cast, hand-assembled and hand-finished technique. The piece measures approximately 33.00 mm by 27.00 mm and features twelve round bezel-set rhodolite garnets (0.82 ct each), arranged around a central rectangular frame. The frame is hand engraved and contains a glass-enclosed braided portion of human hair—typical of 19th-century mourning jewelry traditions.
The garnets display a medium tone, slightly purplish-red hue, with moderate saturation. They are well-finished, showing fair polish, symmetry, and proportions. The entire brooch has a high-polish finish and is structurally secured with a joint and pin assembly in a slightly curved form.
Total estimated garnet weight: 9.84 carats
Total brooch weight: 9.62 grams
Gold purity confirmed at 10K (acid tested)
Ideal for collectors of Victorian-era mourning jewelry or antique gold pieces with historical and sentimental significance.
This brooch has been appraised at a fair retail value of $5,800.00 CAD by local Vancouver appraiser Estela Pelegrin.
Brooch is in good pre-owned ready to wear condition.
Purchase includes original appraisal and gift box.
Fair Retail Value: $5,800.00
OUR Price: $1,450.00
Buy now online or view in store during our regular business hours. You can also make an IN STORE or VIRTUAL viewing appointment here: https://www.sampsons.ca/appointments