Victorian Mourning Brooch with Hair Compartment

This authentic Victorian mourning brooch is crafted in warm 9k yellow gold and dates to the late 19th century. Designed as a hollow memorial piece, it features a glazed compartment at the reverse intended to hold a lock of hair — a deeply personal form of remembrance common during the Victorian era.
 
The brooch is richly detailed with classical decorative elements and fine beaded edging, giving it strong visual presence despite its restrained, symbolic purpose. The pin assembly has been replaced at some point in its life, which is typical for antique brooches of this age; the gold has been professionally acid tested to confirm 9k gold content.
 
A beautiful and historically meaningful piece of antique jewelry, ideal for collectors of Victorian mourning jewelry, hairwork pieces, or sentimental memorial adornments.
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DETAILS
Metal: 9k Yellow Gold (acid tested)
Weight: 5.1 grams
Size/Dimensions: Approx. 3.7 cm x 2.87 cm
Stone(s): None
Hallmarks & Testing: No hallmarks present; pin replaced; gold acid tested as 9k
Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear; replacement pin; original hair compartment intact
Approx. Year: Late Victorian era, c. 1880–1900
Style: Victorian · Mourning Jewelry · Hair Locket · Memorial · Antique
 
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