Circular pressed horn/composition brooch

Classification

fashion and costume
jewellery
brooch

Description

A circular mid 19th century, pressed horn/composition brooch with a central flower and leaf design with a pierced surround. This natural plastic item forms part of the Worshipful Company of Horners collection.

Designers & Manufacturers

Designer (Person)

Unknown

Manufacturer

Unknown

Object number

WCHL : 276.1

Rights

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Date

1850 (circa)

Country

Unknown

Method

pressed

Material

plastic (natural)
animal
horn
composition
metal	pin

Dimensions

Depth

20mm

Diameter

35mm

Colour

black