Queen Victoria loved her Stuart ancestry, and made Scottish agate jewellery, also known as “pebble jewellery” so fashionable and sought after, and here is a wonderful example that will suit any outfit and occasion.
Made in sterling silver in the late Victorian era of the 1890's ,the brooch measures 42.6mm across by 57.1mm, and on each side as well as the top and bottom it is set with a lovely grey agate that compliments the silver so well.
And the silver itself is so beautiful to admire with the exquisite hand engraving which shows just how much attention to detail that went into making this brooch all those years ago.
This is a wonderful example of Scottish jewellery, and one that will always be admired.
Stock# ET170
Circa: 1890
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Antique sterling silver Scottish agate brooch
Antique sterling silver Scottish agate brooch
This antique sterling silver Scottish agate brooch dates from the late Victorian era of the 1890's. Made in sterling silver, it is set with agate and beautifully hand engraved. Antique Scottish jewellery became extremely popular and sought after during the Victorian era.
Did Queen Victoria wear Scottish agate jewellery?
Queen Victoria loved her Stuart ancestry, and made Scottish agate jewellery popular in the late 1800’s. Also known as pebble jewellery, antique Scottish jewellery set with agates so often displays those wonderful natural earthy tones.
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