Circa 1850, this beautiful and rare Victorian Scottish agate inlay large brooch is high quality and superbly made. Crafted in sterling silver it features a beautiful scalloped outline with a port-hole in the centre that shows the agates off to their best advantage. The stunning stones are mounted onto a foundation of local black slate, a technique usually seen in the earlier examples of agate inlay antique brooches.
Scottish jewellery of the 19th century - often referred to as pebble jewellery - is known for its innovative use of cut or carved agate in the form of unusually shaped blocks or intricate inlays such as this one.
A fine collector's piece, if you're looking for a distinctive piece of Victorian Scottish pebble jewellery that no-one else will have, then this may be the one for you!
DETAILS
MATERIALS: sterling silver
GEMSTONE: Scottish chalcedony (agate, jasper, bloodstone)
MEASUREMENTS: 2.2" (5.5cm) diameter
WEIGHT: 24.2 grams
DATE: Victorian, circa 1850
HALLMARKS: None, as is typical with these early pieces and we have acid tested to verify sterling silver
CONDITION: in excellent antique condition with minimal surface wear, no damage to the hardstones and the pin back in perfect working order.
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear or give as a gift.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
* Free worldwide tracked & insured shipping for all purchases.
* Returns - you can return your item for a refund for any reason. Just get in touch within 3 days of receiving your order and return it within 7 days.
* Discount - find special discount and no added tax on our website at www.mercymadge.com
* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
* Our photographs have been taken in extreme close up to show you every tiny detail. This often means that any flaws or damage which you can see on the photos will be invisible when viewed normally with the eye. This can also mean that the item can appear larger on the screen than it is in person, so please be sure to read our written description to double check all sizes and dimensions.
* Buying a gift? – your item will arrive gift wrapped in a custom Mercy Madge jewellery box. Please note, unless otherwise stated antique boxes in our photos are for display only and are not included in the purchase.
Materials: Sterling Silver, Scottish Agates.