An early Victorian gold black enamel mourning brooch. Of rectangular outline, the border in black enamel with gold lettering reading 'In Memory Of', to the glazed woven hair panel and personal engraving to the reverse. Length 3cms. Weight 7.8gms.

The condition of this lot is fair. The enamel is lightly scratched and chipped. There is visible dirt, dust and red discolouration to the underside of the glass. The inscription to the reverse reads 'Frances Kenworthy 7th May 1840, at 17yrs'. Condition reports are provided as a guide only and we recommend you inspect each lot in order to satisfy yourself as to their condition.