Description
A Georgian Era fichu or lace pin, circa 1820, modelled in 14ct gold. Loosely braided chestnut hair shot through with silver is tucked behind a rectangular rock crystal with bevelled edges. A halo of white pearls surrounds the rock crystal, each pearl held in a crimped collet.
There are no hallmarks, which is in keeping with the age of this piece. The metal content has been verified as 14ct gold by XRF test.
Measures 21.08mm x 17.93mm x 4.8mm (not including the pin, clasp or hinge)
Weighs 4.64 grams.