Vintage 1890's Victorian Vulcanite Violin Brooch Women Shows some overall wear

Shows some overall wear

the button holes have mended spots around them as seen in the attached photo

the body is lined with soft and fuzzy acrylic sherpa (faux shearling)

5/10 Showing some wear and bit of overall bruising with some faint spots on the backside

the original waist belt is missing

Vintage 1890's Victorian Vulcanite Violin Brooch Women Shows some overall wearA beautiful antique violin shaped brooch crafted from vulcanite, dating to the late Victorian era. Vulcanite, a hardened rubber material popular in the 19th century, was widely used in mourning and decorative jewelry. This piece features finely molded violin details and a rich dark tone typical of the material. Decade: 1890's Colour: Black Vintage condition evaluation: 8 10, shows some wear consistent with its remarkable age MEASUREMENTS: inches cm