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Brooch

Brooch
Object name 
Brooch
Date 
1775-1875
Medium 
Gold, pearls
Dimensions 
Overall: 5/8 x 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 in. ( 1.6 x 5.7 x 3.8 cm )
Description 
Gold filigree brooch in the form of a bow with a long stemmed flower at the center; brooch and flower accented with seed pearls; hinged pin and hook on reverse.
Credit Line 
Gift of Mrs. Frederick W. Gardner, 1944
Object Number 
INV.12667a
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.