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Chatelaine Long Caption: Pierced silverwork chatelaine, with an ornamental belt clasp, which is engraved with the initials 'E L H'. The chatelaine comes complete with a pot pourri, a thimble holder, pin cushions and a pair of scissors in a case all of which is suspended by chains. The chatelaine is said to have belonged to Emma, Lady Hamilton (circa 1765-1815), although the provenance is thought to be dubious. Credit line: © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Malcolm Stewart Collection Object: JEW0374 Artist: unknown Date: 19th century Medium: silver Size: 20 mm x 375 mm x 75 mm Click here to buy a bespoke print of this image.