Antique Georgian 18K Gold Hair Work Mourning Memorial Clasp For A Four Row Neckl
Here we have a lovely, large English clasp, hand crafted at the end of the Georgian period in 18 karat yellow gold. It is a fine example of style and workmanship of the mourning jewellery of the times. A real Georgian classic.
She dates back to 1833 or just before. It has a lovely inscription on the back reading " Tho.s Sheldrake, Ob,,t Sept,,r 11th 1833, Oe,,t 63" This clasp was made to commemorate the passing of Thomas Sheldrake, born on 4th October 1769 inMendlesham, in the county of Suffolk, England. He died on 11th of September 1833 in Wetheringsett, also Suffolk, England. We found the names of his mother, Deborah Rush and father,Thomas Sheldrake. Thomas Sheldrake junior married Ann Maria Cater (1772-1813) and they had 12 children. As Thomas was a widower, the clasp was likely made for a pearl necklace for one of his daughters or relatives.
Although not hallmarked, as often was the case, the clasp has been tested to confirm the gold fineness. It is hand crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and designed for four rows of pearls. The clasp can be fitted with other beads or even chains instead. It closes tightly and securely and is in great antique condition. It is fitted with a faceted rock crystal locket top, which houses a lock of Thomas's hair.
The front of the clasp measures 19 by 8.5 mm, this is without the back bars for the fastening of the beads. The back of the clasp is 13 mm wide and it weighs 2.6 grams. It is in overall great antique condition.
We love ..... this classic Georgian beauty, her gentle, delicate curves and refined tone of the mellow, yellow gold. We love the keepsake and the sentiment of remembering your loved one, in true Georgian style.
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