Old Rosette? Hand with rose??

[Bartek]

Trying to id this (rosette)? It’s a hand holding a rose. What do u guys think??

 

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[nhbenz]

Has sort of a livery crest look to it?

 

[creskol]

What does the back look like!

 

[Bartek]

What does the back look like!

Did not clean the back side much. Looks like 2 spots (pewter-like) which had some sort of attachment mechanism.

 

[Reanm8er]

Reminds me of Orson Wells "Rosebud"!

 

[creskol]

It doesn't look like a rosette to me, but it is very Victorian. I think it is either a brooch or a big button.

 

[devldog]

That is a great looking piece with plenty of detail. Congratulations. It looks to me to be about the right size of a bridle rosette. Someone will be along shortly with a positive ID.

 

[Machkin]

Nice find. Just spitballin, out in left field, throwing a noodle at the wall. If found near an old homestead could be a part of a Curtain holdback/tieback, but like I said just a wild guesstimation.

 

[Bartek]

Nice find. Just spitballin, out in left field, throwing a noodle at the wall. If found near an old homestead could be a part of a Curtain holdback/tieback, but like I said just a wild guesstimation.

It’s an old area with few homesteads so the curtain holdback is something to look into.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

My first thought was... it has to do with mourning, as in, the death of a loved one.
Funny, but I don't see it being a rosette... possibly coffin decoration?

"The rose is considered a symbol of balance. The beauty of this flower expresses promise, hope, and new beginnings. White roses symbolize purity, mysticism, and a secret admirer. Red roses are typically thought of as symbolizing romance or passionate love, but they also represent sacrifice or memorial."

Dave