Antique English Victorian Mourning Pin, Brooch in 12k Gold with Seed Pearls and Deep Cobalt Kiln-fired Enamel Whiting I've owned and sold several

I've owned and sold several of the early ones

There is one fork missing so the set consists of eighteen spoons and seventeen forks

'timbale' in the French form

notable damage or repairs to note

close-up photos so peruse and enjoy

Antique English Victorian Mourning Pin, Brooch in 12k Gold with Seed Pearls and Deep Cobalt Kiln-fired Enamel Whiting I've owned and sold severalIcons of mourning: the dark blue of evening sky at end of day, meaning end of life, and the beautiful seed pearls which represented the tears of the mourner. This Victorian era beauty is engraved on back with the monogram "H L", those of a friend or loved one who had passed away. Full measurements are noted on the photos. Very good to excellent condition for age and type. It is a Victorian pin. Fine quality 2 mm pearls with pristine lustre, and cobalt