Museum Collections
Luce Center
Brooch (mourning)
Object Number:
1947.467b
Date:
1787
Medium:
Gold, ivory, enamel, pearls
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/4 x 1 in. ( 3.2 x 2.5 cm )
Marks:
painted in enamel: on obverse: "UNITED BY LOVE 1787"
stamped: on pin attachment: "14k"
Description:
Oval gold memorial brooch; ivory plaque enameled with image of 3 putti with wreath and urn, and banner reading "UNITED BY LOVE 1787"; framed with seed pearls; pin attachment.
Credit Line:
Anonymous gift
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