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Georgian 15ct Gold Garnet Heart Mourning Pendant, 'This Hair I Wear, I Love Most Dear'

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Fall in love with the sentiment of this Georgian 15ct Gold Garnet heart mourning pendant!

Crafted by hand in England circa 1780 from 15ct Gold, flat-cut Garnets and the sweetest motto, this mourning pendant is one of its kind.

The front of the piece reads "This Hair I Wear, I Love Most Dear", with a double heart that has been woven from hair. As you look towards the back of the piece, there is a tree of life, which acts as a symbol of the afterlife; this is also woven from hair and makes this an incredibly rare find. 

It's not often we come across Georgian mourning pieces like this, and they are highly desirable amongst collectors. This piece can be worn as a pendant from a Gold chain, as a brooch with the pin affixed to its back, or kept as one of your most prized possessions!

SKU: C0272

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Description

Fall in love with the sentiment of this Georgian 15ct Gold Garnet heart mourning pendant!

Crafted by hand in England circa 1780 from 15ct Gold, flat-cut Garnets and the sweetest motto, this mourning pendant is one of its kind.

The front of the piece reads "This Hair I Wear, I Love Most Dear", with a double heart that has been woven from hair. As you look towards the back of the piece, there is a tree of life, which acts as a symbol of the afterlife; this is also woven from hair and makes this an incredibly rare find. 

It's not often we come across Georgian mourning pieces like this, and they are highly desirable amongst collectors. This piece can be worn as a pendant from a Gold chain, as a brooch with the pin affixed to its back, or kept as one of your most prized possessions!

SKU: C0272

Item Details
Super Rare

ERA: Georgian, c.1780.

MEASUREMENTS: Pendant is 24.5mm long x 17mm wide.
Weight: 2.7g.

MATERIALS: Tests as 15ct Gold with 9ct Gold pin, Flat-Cut Garnets, Glass, Hair.

HALLMARKS:
Since we have dated this piece as being made before 1950, a hallmark is not required in order for it to be sold in line with UK hallmarking legislation.

PACKAGING: Your order will be gift wrapped free of charge in a Lillicoco cardboard box made from recycled materials, tied with a ribbon.

Condition

VERY GOOD. This Georgian 15ct Gold Garnet mourning pendant is in very good condition. The Garnets are secure, and all original to the piece. The inside of the piece has been meticulously hand-crafted, and the writing is still legible. The double heart is so sweet and the tree of life mesmerising. There is a hairline split running down the left side of the central paper, and the 'W' to the word wear has come away slightly, but this is the only sign of wear to a piece over 250 years old. The bale is sturdy and the pin works well so you can wear this highly coveted piece of Georgian jewellery with absolute confidence.

Shipping

All orders are shipped using DHL express and are securely padded in transit, with full tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. Alternate couriers are available by special request.

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  • Delivery to the USA in TWO WORKING DAYS
  • Orders placed by 1pm (GMT) will be dispatched the same day

RETURNS:

You can return your item for a full refund for any reason by simply getting in touch to let us know within 14 days of receiving it.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR ORDER:

This item will arrive beautifully gift wrapped in a Lillicoco presentation box, tied up with a pink ribbon. You’ll also receive a handwritten information booklet and free polishing cloth too!

Please message us or call +44(0)117 925 4798 if you have any questions!

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