Scottish Agate & Silver Brooch
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Directory: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Pre 1900: Item # 1289884
Directory: Archives: Estate Jewelry: Pre 1900: Item # 1289884
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This striking pin is composed of 2 beautifully engraved silver circles intertwined with an oval, and set with ovals of agate of various colors. Agates have been used in jewelry going back into antiquity. They were thought to ward off storms and headaches, attract strength, and to affect dreaming. Queen Victoria became enamored of Scotland during her reign, so everything Scottish became popular during that period (except, perhaps, haggis!), especially post 1848 when she bought Balmoral Castle. Unmarked, as is often true of Scottish jewelry, it tests as silver, and measures 1-1/2” x 1”, and is ¾” deep. It weighs 14.4g or .51 oz. In overall very good condition, with a few dings to the silver in the back. Circa 1870. Please read this description and look at the photos very carefully, as we are not responsible for buyer remorse. Thanks! Shipping, handling & insurance within the USA included
This striking pin is composed of 2 beautifully engraved silver circles intertwined with an oval, and set with ovals of agate of various colors. Agates have been used in jewelry going back into antiquity. They were thought to ward off storms and headaches, attract strength, and to affect dreaming. Queen Victoria became enamored of Scotland during her reign, so everything Scottish became popular during that period (except, perhaps, haggis!), especially post 1848 when she bought Balmoral Castle. Unmarked, as is often true of Scottish jewelry, it tests as silver, and measures 1-1/2” x 1”, and is ¾” deep. It weighs 14.4g or .51 oz. In overall very good condition, with a few dings to the silver in the back. Circa 1870. Please read this description and look at the photos very carefully, as we are not responsible for buyer remorse. Thanks! Shipping, handling & insurance within the USA included
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