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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
An engraved yellow gold brooch, produced in Scotland or England around 1880. A particularly deep-hued Scottish Cairngorm citrine is cut flat and set centrally. Beautiful gold scrollwork forms a quatrefoil shape in the rococo style. The handmade c-scroll catch, bar hinge and pin are in full working order.

Date & Origin
Scotland or England, period of Queen Victoria, c1880.
Condition
Excellent. The clasp is in full working order.
Dimensions
Length: 4.7 cm
Width: 4.1 cm
Historical Context
The University of London also in this year awarded the first degrees to women.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
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