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Leaves of Remembrance 1893
Agate, gilt metal, gold, ivory, enamel, diamonds | 11.2 x 8.7 x 8.8 cm (whole object) | RCIN 9168
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Miniature book entitled 'Leaves of Remembrance'. Covers of transparent orange agate mounted with gilt metal hinges, scrolled corners and chain mail spine. Front cover with title 'Leaves of Remembrance' in diamonds set in gold with enamel royal coat of arms and the coat of arms of Teck. Pierced strapwork clasp opens eighteen ivory leaves, containing miniatures of several members of the Royal family.
Provenance
A wedding present to Princess May of Teck from Barona and Baroness Lowenstein, 6 July 1893.
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Medium and techniques
Agate, gilt metal, gold, ivory, enamel, diamonds
Measurements
11.2 x 8.7 x 8.8 cm (whole object)
