Georgian Marie Antoinette Portrait Pendant Brooch Hand-Painted c.1780–1820 French Antique Gold & Silver Locket

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REFERENCE: 68-7999

DESCRIPTION:

A breathtaking Georgian period French portrait pendant and brooch, dating from circa 1780–1820, featuring an exquisitely hand-painted miniature believed to depict Marie Antoinette or a French queen of the time.

This rare antique is a combination of a pendant, brooch, and photo locket, with an intricately engraved bird & floral motif on the reverse that opens to reveal a hidden compartment — likely once used for a miniature portrait or keepsake.

• Era: Georgian, French, c.1780–1820

• Materials:

  • Gold & Silver (tested)

  • Natural Garnets – deep red accents

  • Natural Wild Pearls – delicately set

  • White Paste Stones – vintage brilliance

• Features:

  • Dual use as a pendant or brooch

  • Hand-painted portrait miniature – remarkable detail and colour

  • Reversible photo locket back with engraved bird & flower design

• Dimensions: 7.8 × 5.1 cm

• Weight: 29.99g

• Condition: Excellent for its age – well-preserved, finely detailed, superb craftsmanship

• Style: Regal, collectible, and wearable antique art

🎨 A museum-worthy work of art, full of romance, symbolism, and 18th-century French elegance.

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