{"product_id":"victorian-silver-target-brooch","title":"Victorian Silver Target Brooch","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVictorian Silver Target Brooch \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a beautiful, authentic Victorian sterling silver target brooch crafted by the prominent silversmiths Blanckensee \u0026amp; Levetus in Birmingham, England, dating to the year 1890. Measuring 3.8 cm in diameter, the brooch is a classic example of late-Victorian Aesthetic Movement design, showcasing a deeply hand-engraved central medallion filled with stylized ivy leaves and scrolling foliate patterns. The central motif is framed by an embossed, multi-pointed sunburst or zig-zag border, which adds sharp geometric contrast to the organic engravings. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe reverse displays clear British hallmarks \u0026amp; makers marks, as well as a classic Victorian T-bar hinged long pin and a C-clasp closure, typical of the era to securely fasten it into heavy wool clothing.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIt is in good pre-loved condition, after over 130 years of use, with a small dint in the silver surround on the back that doesn't distract from the brooch. See relevant images.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Antiques Centre York 30 R\u0026PY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58258511757694,"sku":"Cab: 4 ~ Stock: RPY-JB058","price":87.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0025\/9253\/8739\/files\/jL8VvdMNX8.jpg?v=1792341121","url":"https:\/\/theantiquescentreyork.co.uk\/products\/victorian-silver-target-brooch","provider":"Antiques Centre York","version":"1.0","type":"link"}