Antique Victorian Scottish Montrose Agate Brooch Silver Circa 1860 Moonstone

Antique Victorian Scottish Montrose Agate Brooch Silver Circa 1860 MoonstoneA magnificent Antique Scottish brooch from the mid Victorian era (Circa 1860). The large, domed design is all Silver with a detailed foliate engraved border and six pieces of beautiful Montrose Agate inlaid around the central hole. Montrose Agates are found along the east coast of Scotland and are favoured for their greyish blue colouring and natural bands that are unique to this form of Agate. The brooch is in pristine condition and complete with a

wires) x Width 18mm x Depth 14mm

A deep cherry pink almandine garnet is also crowned in the centre (approx

METAL: 15ct Yellow Gold (Tested)

5mm – Fox head Width 12mm x Height 14mm x Depth 6mm

Fede rings take their name from the Latin “fides”

The piece is crafted in silver and backed in 18ct gold including the pin

MEASURES: Height 28mm (32mm inc

Bullmouth Shell was often used as a base for Cameos for its beautiful natural patterning which takes expert skill to carve

They were also a symbol of Ireland and Saint Patrick who used the image to illustrate the Holy Trinity

They’re fitted with long hook wires and look fabulous dangling from each ear

and vitality to all in its presence

METAL: Silver/ 18ct Gold wires