Official Queen Victoria 1887 Golden Jubilee Enamel Presentation Brooch Pendant For Sale

Museum-Tier Queen Victoria 1887 Golden Jubilee Official Presentation Brooch & Pendant
Exquisite Sterling Silver and Cobalt Guilloché Enamel Frame — Signed "Walery London"This is an exceptionally rare, historically significant piece of British royal heritage. This artifact is conclusively verified as anOfficial Royal Presentation Brooch/Pendantcommissioned directly by Queen Victoria as a personal gift during her 1887 Golden Jubilee. Identical examples from this highly exclusive royal commission are recorded in the sale archives of elite royal antique specialists and historic London sale houses.Historical records note that Queen Victoria very much favored these particular high-end enamel portraits, personally distributing them as elite tokens of royal favor to close family, household staff, or visiting foreign dignitaries.Design & Elite Craftsmanship:

• Obverse Portrait:A striking oval profile portrait of Queen Victoria wearing her crown, lace veil, and royal jewels set against a warm, distinct pink background, beautifully preserved under glass.
• Enamel Border:It is framed by an exquisite, deep cobalt blue guilloché enamel border displaying raised lettering of the historic Order of the Garter motto:"HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE"(Shame be to him who thinks evil of it).
• Reverse Plate:Features a highly luminescent panel of genuine iridescent mother-of-pearl hand-inscribed in cursive script with the maker’s mark:"Walery / London."The portrait sitting was handled by Count Stanisław Julian Ostroróg, who held the coveted Royal Warrant as official Photographer to the Queen.
• Convertible Utility:Unlike standard presentation models that feature only a standard reverse brooch pin, this versatile investment-grade piece functions seamlessly as both a brooch and a necklace pendant via an integrated top suspension loop.

Exact Physical Specifications:

• Dimensions:Approximately 49.28 mm (Height) x 33.13 mm (Width)
• Weight:Approximately 11.64 grams
• Composition:Brooch frame/bezel are made of sterling silver with rich cobalt guilloché enamel. The piece presents beautifully with a very clean, bright, and exceptionally well-cared-for appearance.

Detailed Condition Report:

• Enamel & Portrait:The vibrant colors and central photographic print retain exceptional contrast. There is one small, stable fracture located at the very bottom of the portrait. Defect remains completely stable and does not distract from the magnificent presentation of the piece. Please see photos.
• Hardware:The structural reverse pin, safety catch assembly, and the top suspension ring are entirely secure and fully functional. Both the top suspension ring and the safety catch assembly appear to be later additions to this piece and not original.

Shipping & Terms of Sale:

• Shipping:Free Shipping via USPS
• Return Policy:Sold strictly As-Is. No returns accepted. Please review all high-resolution photos and specifications carefully prior to purchase.