Early Victorian (1839) shell and onyx mourning brooch. 

Mourning jewelry popular from the 16th to 18th centuries was traditionally worn by a person in mourning to commemorate the life of the departed loved one. 

ID#: BRO222

Shell: One (1) bezel set, rectangular polished shell measuring approximately 14.25 x 20.40 mm.

Onyx: Sixteen (16) bezel set, single cut onyx measuring approximately from 4.2 to 5.1 mm each in diameter. 

Metal: Gold filled

Dimensions: 1 1/8 inch (L) x 1 1/4 inch (W) 

Weight: 10.97g

Condition: Minor dent on the back of the brooch consistent with age. Please refer to the images for more detail.