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Antique Sterling Silver Moss Agate Brooch
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Antique Sterling Silver Moss Agate Brooch

1920 - 1940
Description

A beautiful antique brooch set with a polished oval moss agate - a type of chalcedony which contains hypnotising inclusions resembling little plants or trees. When held up to the light this one looks like a tiny aquarium full of seaweed, mounted into a solid silver frame with reeded decoration.

SIZE: 2.8 x 2cm.

WEIGHT: 4.1g.

MATERIALS: Moss agate, 830 silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: The clasp is stamped 830.

CONDITION: Excellent antique condition.

ERA: Art Deco (c.1920s-1930s).

Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Silver Moss Agate Brooch to the 1930s.

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SA1210323
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Description
A beautiful antique brooch set with a polished oval moss agate - a type of chalcedony which contains hypnotising inclusions resembling little plants or trees.
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When held up to the light this one looks like a tiny aquarium full of seaweed, mounted into a solid silver frame with reeded decoration.
Corvidae Antique

SIZE: 2.8 x 2cm.

WEIGHT: 4.1g.

MATERIALS: Moss agate, 830 silver.

HALLMARKS/STAMPS: The clasp is stamped 830.

CONDITION: Excellent antique condition.

ERA: Art Deco (c.1920s-1930s).

Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Silver Moss Agate Brooch to the 1930s.

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SA1210323
Corvidae Antique
Corvidae Antique
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An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame.
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Archive I An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame.

Antique Sterling Silver Moss Agate Brooch

Archive II An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View II
Archive III An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View III
Archive IV An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View IV
Archive V An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View V
Archive VI An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View VI
Archive VII An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View VII
Archive VIII An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame. View VIII
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An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame.
Antique Sterling Silver Moss Agate Brooch
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An oval antique sterling silver brooch featuring a translucent moss agate cabochon with green dendritic inclusions within an engraved bezel frame.
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Moss agate brooches gained significant popularity during the Victorian period, particularly following the trend for Scottish pebble jewellery promoted by Royalty. These pieces featured polished chalcedony gemstones containing green dendritic mineral inclusions resembling natural moss formations.

Traditional pieces feature cabochon-cut moss agate stones mounted in sterling silver or low-carat gold settings. The metal surround is frequently decorated with chasing, engraving, or rope-work edging to secure the gemstone.

Authentic period examples feature hand-crafted metal settings, hand-finished bezels, and period-appropriate closures such as C-clasps or long pin stems. The gemstone will exhibit natural, irregular dendritic mineral patterns rather than printed or synthetic imitations.

An antique brooch can be integrated into interior decor by displaying it inside a velvet-lined shadow box or framed micro-gallery wall. It can also be pinned to decorative upholstery, cushions, or dressmaking mannequins for display.

Clean the silver border with a soft microfibre silver polishing cloth, avoiding liquid dips that may seep behind the stone setting. Store the brooch in a dry environment inside a soft pouch to protect against scratches and minimise oxidisation.
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