Russian Micro-mosaic Gold Pin by Nichols & Plincke, circa 1880

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Description:

A memento of a Grand Tour depicting the coliseum, this Italian micro-mosaic was mounted as a gold brooch by Nichols & Plincke of St. Petersburg. Within a smooth gold bevelled border.

Stamped with maker’s initials N.P. for Nichols & Plincke, St. Petersburg, circa 1880.

1 in. (2.5 cm.) diam.

Nichols and Plincke was founded in 1829 in St. Petersburg by Willliam Plincke and Constantin Nichols, both Englishmen. In 1844 each received the title of hereditary honorary citizen and court jeweler to the Russian Emperor Nicholas I (r. 1825-55).

Status: For Sale	Reference#: BR082_8B
Condition: Very good.	Year: Circa 1880

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