Code: 10105
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George Brace folding double ended scent & salt bottle retailed by Howell & Co, London. Silver gilt mounts with cabochon rock cystal, ringed by coral and seed pearls. When folded the bottle is intended to mimic a pair of opera glasses, revealing the picture of a loved one. George Brace established his business in London circa 1855. The marks of George Brace - GB was used on many silver-mounted glass scent bottles without British hallmarks.
Symbolism
Seed pearls in the Victorian era symbolises purity, innocence, and wisdom whereas coral symbolised protection, beauty, and good fortune.
