Bidspirit auction | Antique Gold-Toned Circular Photographic Portrait

Antique Gold-Toned Circular Photographic Portrait Brooch with Twisted Rope Border - This circular brooch features a sepia-toned photographic portrait of a young woman shown in profile. The subject is depicted wearing a wide-brimmed hat with floral or lace appliqués, characteristic of early 20th-century fashion. The photograph is protected by a domed transparent cover. The portrait is set within a gold-toned metal frame featuring a decorative twisted-rope border. The reverse of the brooch consists of a solid metal back plate with a horizontal pin and a traditional C-clasp mechanism. The pin extends slightly beyond the circumference of the frame. No maker marks, hallmarks, or purity stamps are visible on the piece. Diameter: 1.25 inches (32 mm).