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Victorian Scottish Silver Citrine & Montrose Agate Brooch C1880
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Victorian Scottish Silver Citrine & Montrose Agate Brooch C1880

19th century
Sold 4 March 2026 · Exhibit Antiques
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Description

Technical Description

A 19th century Scottish agate brooch with ornately engraved silver and a citrine gemstone. The silver is mounted with a handmade scrolling c-clasp that has a slightly extended pin and tube hinge. Set with four crescent-cut Montrose blue lace banded agates.

Date & Origin

Scotland or England, c1880. Period of Victoria.

Condition

Pin to rear in full working order. The c-scroll clasp has been restored as shown. Silver unmarked which is quite normal for Scottish Jewellery of this type.

Dimensions

Diameter: 3.5 x 4.3 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Scottish Silver Brooch to the 1880s.

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SA1057180
Dealers Internal Reference
2024011905
Description
Technical Description

A 19th century Scottish agate brooch with ornately engraved silver and a citrine gemstone.

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The silver is mounted with a handmade scrolling c-clasp that has a slightly extended pin and tube hinge.
Exhibit Antiques

Set with four crescent-cut Montrose blue lace banded agates.

fig 1. An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame.
fig 1. Victorian Scottish Silver Citrine & Montrose Agate Brooch C1880

Date & Origin

Scotland or England, c1880. Period of Victoria.

Condition

Pin to rear in full working order. The c-scroll clasp has been restored as shown. Silver unmarked which is quite normal for Scottish Jewellery of this type.

Dimensions

Diameter: 3.5 x 4.3 cm

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Scottish Silver Brooch to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1057180
Dealers Internal Ref
2024011905
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Archive I An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Scottish Silver Citrine & Montrose Agate Brooch C1880

Archive II An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame. View II
Archive III An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame. View III
Archive IV An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame. View IV
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An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame.
Victorian Scottish Silver Citrine & Montrose Agate Brooch c1880
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An intricate Victorian Scottish silver brooch featuring a central faceted citrine surrounded by four banded agate panels within an engraved openwork silver frame.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectJewellery
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSilver, Citrine, Agate
  • ColourSilver and Amber
  • MotifsFaceted citrine center, Banded agate panels, Engraved silver scrollwork, Openwork metal frame
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Victorian Scottish pebble jewellery gained immense popularity during the 19th century, largely due to Queen Victorias fondness for Balmoral Castle and the Scottish Highlands, which popularised traditional motifs and native hardstones.

Authentic pieces typically feature native Scottish hardstones such as local agates, jaspers, and cairngorm quartz or citrine, set in silver mounts with intricate engraved detailing.

Authenticity is indicated by traditional construction methods, such as integrated c-clasps, pin stems extending beyond the hinge, hand-cut natural stones without modern synthetic backing, and period-appropriate silver work.

These historical pieces can be pinned to modern blazers, heavy knitwear, scarves, or hats to introduce a textural focal point and historical contrast to contemporary outfits.

Store them in a dry, lined jewellery box away from direct sunlight, avoid harsh chemical dips or ultrasonic cleaners due to the sensitivity of natural agates and soft mounting solders, and clean gently with a soft dry cloth.
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