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BABY'S BROOCH

Subcollections
Jewellery
Overview

Oval shaped, tapering at both ends, the word 'BABY' is raised and centered.
Clasp on rear.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-37-2000.78
Item type
Jewellery
Themes
Social History
Material
Metal
Width
3.2000 cm
Height or length
0.8000 cm
Contextual information

Manufactured in England from circa 1880 to 1915, baby brooches were usually given as presents to celebrate the baby’s birth or christening. Most were used for decorative reasons, but some served functional reasons, such as securing a bib or garment closed.

Keywords
Brooch
Primary significance criteria
Historic significance
Links to additional resources
https://www.worthpoint.com/articles/collectibles/victorian-baby-brooches
Last modified
Tuesday, 29 November, 2022
Completeness
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Baby's brooch

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