Early 19th century portrait miniature on ivory, as brooch

Early 19th century portrait miniature on ivory, of oval form depicting a young gentleman wearing white stock and blue drapecoat (probably Naval), named verso as 'Edward B. Rice' with dedication to 'Katie', 27mm x 18mm, beneath convex glazing and within yellow metal double ouroboros border (twin serpents swallowing each other's tails), the frame back adapted, with safety chain, 33mm x 30mm overall

Sold with APHA permit: 44NM258M