This octagonal buckle was made to commemorate the death of Ann Harwood in 1728. The sombre combination of woven hair and gold wire lettering set under panels of rock crystal is typical of the mourning jewellery made from the late 17th century through the early decades of the 18th century.
Details
Title: Buckle
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 1728
Location: England
Physical Dimensions: Height: 3.1 cm, Width: 4.2 cm, Depth: 0.6 cm