Antique Georgian Acrostic Ruby Paste Mourning Brooch

Period
Antique Georgian
Description
Spectacular antique Georgian memorial or mourning brooch encrusted with an abundance of multicoloured paste stones and a natural ruby of circa 1ct.
This may be an acrostic piece but we are unable to decipher the messsage in the stones.
The brooch is engraved to the rear: "S MORETON"
A stunning brooch in pristine condition.
Gems/Stones
Ruby
Paste
Markings
None, other than the engaving 
Size
3 1/4" in length and 1/2" in width.
Condition
Excellent condition