Large Victorian Scottish Agate Silver Sword and Shield Brooch

A lovely large Victorian Scottish silver brooch in the form of an elaborate sword and shield inset with multi-coloured polished agates.

Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria from the mid 1800s when she and Prince Albert frequently visited Scotland and her Scottish castle Balmoral. She loved all things Scottish and spent much time in the Highlands and Cairngorm mountains where these Scottish pebble stones were collected. 

SIZE: Approximately 7.5 x 2.7cm.

WEIGHT: 14.5g.

MATERIALS: 925 sterling silver, agate.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: None found.

CONDITION: The piece is in excellent antique condition, with surface wear normal for its age.

ERA: Estimated Victorian (c.1837-1901).

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