English Georgian Period Memorial/mourning Brooch, 1784

Presenting a splendid example of English Georgian Mourning Jewelry made during the reign of King George III. This 10 KT rose gold brooch depicts an elaborate design, painted with sepia on ivory. This navette/marquise-shaped miniature work of art commemorates the passing of a loved one. The sepia depicts a woman, considered a representation of the Madonna, holding a staff for comfort. The garlanded urn is the Greek symbol of mourning, while the weeping willow is Nature's symbol of sorrow and mourning. The beaded bezel is surrounded with seed pearls which,  because of their salt water origins, symbolized tears. The rose gold setting features lovely scalloped engraving around the rock crystal on the front as well as along the edge of the back. The back has a reinforced C clasp closure and elongated pin stem along with the inscription: Lauren Thur?, Ob, 9 Dec, 1784, LT, 76. In excellent crisp, clear condition.