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Mourning brooch
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In memory of C.S. Parker
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This gold memorial brooch, with plaited hair in the centre, is inscribed on the back 'C.S. Parker / died / 17th July 1828 / Aged 57'.
Oblong memorial brooch of gold, with plaited hair in the centre, inscribed `C.S. Parker / died / 17th July 1828 / Aged 57'
At funerals in the 18th and 19th century, wealthier families distributed rings and lockets made from the hair of the deceased, or engraved with the name and date.
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- Online ID: 000-100-001-501-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
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- Date: 1828
- Material: Gold with plaited hair. Inscription: C.S. Parker / died 17th July 1828 / Aged 57
Brooch - Dimensions: 23 mm L x 18 mm W x 5 mm D
- What: Brooch
- Subject: Jewellery - brooches with new type pins (NMAS Classification)
- Who: C.S. Parker (Object is a memorial)
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