Maker: Johnson Ltd
9 Carat gold in the form of the 'Royal Tara Brooch' (but not exactly) with a hinged pin and curled hook fastening attached to the back (the pin forming part of the brooch does not move).
History note: The brooch belonged to the donor's grandmother, Frances Ball (née Steele), whose family lived in Dublin.
Given by Mrs Stella Barnes
Method of acquisition: Given (1996-07-15) by Barnes, Stella F., Mrs
19th Century, Late#
Production date:
circa
AD 1890
9 carat Gold
Inscription present: last bit illegible
Accession number: M.17-1996
Primary reference Number: 119026
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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