A super quality sterling silver goldstone brooch hallmarked for silversmiths Paul Edward Bunn in 1989. Goldstone is a type of glass invented in the 17th century in Murano, Italy. Copper particles are added to molten glass which gives this striking stone its shimmering orange-brown colour and twinkling gold flecks.
The oval goldstone is mounted in a very decorative silver setting with a beautiful crown gallery framed by a 'barley sugar' twist border. A classic Scottish style statement brooch design that has been around since Victorian times.
Also known as aventurine glass, goldstone is often associated with ambition, vitality, and positive energy!
DETAILS:
METAL: sterling silver
GEMSTONE: goldstone (glass) measuring 41x31mm
DIMENSIONS: 2"/5cm across, 1-1/2"/3.6cm tall
HALLMARKS: stamped 'lion passant' for sterling, 'anchor' for Birmingham, date letter 'P' for 1989 and makers mark 'PEB' for silversmiths Paul Edward Bunn
WEIGHT: 14.8 grams
DATE: 1980's
CONDITION: in excellent vintage condition with minimal surface wear and the pin back has a rollover safety clasp that is in perfect working order
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Materials: Sterling Silver, Goldstone.