BROOCH, Tektite and gold
H2016.7
Oval metal brooch with central raised oval shaped black coloured tektite - glass formed when a meteorite hits the Earth. Tektite surrounded by fine twisted gold rope-like detailing and flat metal outer border with copper-coloured appearance. Back has a pin clasp and small gold coloured safety chain with gold-coloured safety pin at end.
Marking scratched on back of brooch - possibly a maker's mark - 'DR 1576'
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | H2016.7 |
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| Accession Date: | 18 Feb 2016 |
Material
| Copper Alloy/Metal | Tektite is a natural glass formed from terrestrial debris ejected during extraterrestrial meteorite impacts. | 0 - Whole |
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| Gold/Metal |
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| Glass |
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Measurement
| length | 32mm |
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| depth | 1cm |
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| width | 25mm |
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