Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold and Enameled Handkerchief Holder

Description

A fine Victorian handkerchief holder.

In 14k yellow gold.

With an engraved, textured and enameled design to the holder end. … more A fine Victorian handkerchief holder.

In 14k yellow gold.

With an engraved, textured and enameled design to the holder end.

A gold loop slides up and down the holder to adjust the tension.

Handkerchief holders could be both hand-held and also worn as part of a chatelaine during the Victorian period!

Simply a wonderful example!

Date:
19th Century

Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.

Fineness:
Unmarked for gold fineness. Professionally tests at 14k.

Measurements:
Length: ca. 4 3/4 in.
Width: ca. 18 mm
Depth: ca. 12 mm

Weight: ca. 6 grams

Ring Size:
5.5

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