Spectacular Antique c. 1820s-30s French Portrait Miniature Bracelet Clasp, 5-Strand Pearl Bracelet brooch sometimes worn to the side

sometimes worn to the side

1830s hand worked sampler in wool and silk yarns

The box is in fine shape with just some surface marks evidencing its age

but perfectly unique and charming

Shows a mother or nanny with child

Spectacular Antique c. 1820s-30s French Portrait Miniature Bracelet Clasp, 5-Strand Pearl Bracelet brooch sometimes worn to the sideFound in France: Large and substantial portrait miniature clasp has been re stranded at some point with beautifully pearlescent fresh water pearls, and really they're sized perfectly for the size and 'weight' of the clasp. Ready to wear, it's made for up to a 7" wrist size. There are no marks such as silver marks, and I feel quite sure it is a deep micron gold layer on substantial brass. The look is fine gold, or at least vermeil, but without the