Maker: Unknown
Gold openwork, set with rubies and pearls. In two parts: a brooch with a pin fastening across the back; and a cross, suspended from the brooch by means of a hook.
History note: Unknown before donor
Given by Mrs J. Hull Grundy
Method of acquisition: Given (1984) by Hull Grundy, J., Mrs
17th Century, Late
18th Century, Early
Circa
1690
-
1710
Decoration
composed of
pearls
rubies
Brooch
Height 3.7 cm
Width 9 cm
Cross
Height 7.6 cm
Width 5.8 cm
Accession number: M.22-1984
Primary reference Number: 179246
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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