Crafted around 1900, this wonderful Scottish Pebble brooch features dark green bloodstone and bright orangish brown jasper. The old silver, decorated with Victorian designs, pops against the stones. This is an excellent unisex antique brooch to add to your collection!
Scottish pebble jewelry was trendy during the Victorian era. It was constructed from natural agates and granites along the roads, stream beds, and shoreline. Pieces are typically adorned with Scottish symbols and themes, such as thistles, stags, and Celtic crosses. Interest in Scottish jewelry exploded when Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Castle in Scotland, and Sir Walter Scott‘s novels became popular.
The pin is in very good antique condition with minimal signs of wear. The silver has fine lines and marks typical of antique jewelry, nothing noticeable or obvious. The bloodstone and jasper are not chipped or cracked and secure in the mounting. The back is stamped STERLING SILVER. The pinstem and hinge are slightly stiff but still function correctly.
The brooch measures 5/8" tall by 1 7/8" wide and weighs 2.59 grams. The box is for display only.
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