Vintage 1930s Mother of Pearl 'Mary' Brooch

Vintage 1930s Mother of Pearl 'Mary' BroochVintage Art Deco 1930s mother of pearl brooch with the name 'Mary'. This type of brooch was typically given to a lady from her sweetheart or son, often a soldier or sailor before he left for duty, as a token of affection. The word 'Mary' is mounted in a rolled gold wire on a mother of pearl base and secured with a rolled gold open 'c' clasp. Rolled gold is a thin layer of gold on a base metal and fused together by heating. MEASUREMENTS The brooch

The stones are set in 9ct rose gold

very popular in the Edwardian era and surround with clear faceted paste stones

The brothers Mizpah brooches can be found in the Queen Victoria and Albert Museum in London

Antique Victorian 1849 watch chain necklace set in sterling silver

The ring at the top of the watch has a lion indicating it is British sterling silver

This piece is in excellent vintage condition and measures 4

The oval locket hangs from the chains clasp

these pretty hoops are moulded from pale pink plastic including the stud post

The bracelet is elegant and comfortable to wear

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The makers mark is clearly visible alongside the hallmarks 'L&S'