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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
A superb 19th-century Victorian silver and tigers eye brooch in the form of a horseshoe.
The brooch is unmarked which is quite normal for Scottish jewellery of this period. Mounted with a handmade scrolling c-clasp, a slightly extended pin and a tube hinge, there is also an intact hanging loop. The tigers eye stones have been expertly set and are exceedingly rare amongst Victorian brooches, you may not find another.
Date & Origin
Scotland or England, c1860. Period of Queen Victoria.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. Pin to rear in full working order.
Dimensions
Height: 4.2 cm
Width: 3.8 cm
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Exhibit Antiques Profile Page
Exceedingly Rare Victorian Silver & Tigers Eye Horseshoe Brooch C1860
