Antique Victorian Era Photo Rhinestone Starburst Brooch
Antique Victorian Era (1837-1901) brooch/pin featuring an unidentified 19th century woman surrounded by a shimmering rhinestone border with intricate gold tone plated metal designs that resemble a starburst. The portrait is secured with a plastic covering. The brooch has its original c-clasp backing. Measurements: 1 3/8" in diameter Weight: 2.8 grams Brooch/Pin is in very good antique condition with minor signs of patina on the gold tone metal design and backing. The brooch/pin does not have any markings or stampings Quantity: 1 History: The Victorian Era (c.1837-c.1901) was named after Queen Victoria, whose reigned lasted from 1837-1901 in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. She is the second longest ruling monarch. There are three periods within the Victorian Jewelry Era: The Romantic Era (1837-60), The Grand Era (1861-1880), and the Aesthetic Era (1880-1901). Popular designs included the famous ‘mourning jewelry’ period within the Grand Era. The ‘Mourning’ Grand Era