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A Scottish Victorian Silver Agate Penannular Style Brooch, C1880
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A Scottish Victorian Silver Agate Penannular Style Brooch, C1880

19th century
Sold 8 December 2024 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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Description

A beautiful Scottish silver and agate penannular style brooch made around 1880. It has six hand cut moss agate stones along with three oval citrines. It is unmarked as is usual with Scottish brooches and has an elongated Victorian style pin. An excellent very collectable piece. Box not included for display only.

WEIGHT; 20 grams

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA963091
Dealers Internal Reference
6539-581
Description
A beautiful Scottish silver and agate penannular style brooch made around 1880. It has six hand cut moss agate stones along with three oval citrines. It is unmarked as is usual with Scottish brooches and has an elongated Victorian style pin. An excellent very collectable piece. Box not included for display only.

WEIGHT; 20 grams

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Scottish Agate Brooch to the Victorian era.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA963091
Dealers Internal Ref
6539-581
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Scottish Victorian Silver Agate Penannular Style Brooch, C1880

Archive II An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. View II
Archive III An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. View III
Archive IV An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. View IV
Archive V An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. View V
Archive VI An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones. View VI
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An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones.
A Scottish Victorian silver agate penannular style brooch, c1880
Ref: SA963091
An ornate Victorian Scottish silver penannular brooch inlaid with multi-coloured banded agates and set with faceted citrine stones.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver, Agate, Jasper, Citrine
  • ColourSilver and Multi-colour
  • MotifsPenannular form, Bright-cut engraved silver, Inlaid hardstone panels, Faceted gemstone settings
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

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Scottish pebble jewellery gained immense popularity during the Victorian era, largely driven by Queen Victorias fondness for Balmoral and the Scottish Highlands. The penannular design draws inspiration from ancient Celtic artefacts, featuring an incomplete circular band with a pin spanning across.

These pieces are typically hand-crafted from sterling silver, featuring intricately engraved surface details known as bright-cut engraving. The body is inlaid with native Scottish hardstones such as bloodstone, red jasper, moss agate, and occasionally set with faceted citrines or cairngorms.

Authentic pieces from the 19th century usually feature hand-cut and polished natural stones set securely within soldered silver bezels, often accompanied by traditional C-clasps and hinged pin stems. Hallmarks may be absent on smaller items, but the weight of the silver and the meticulous detail in the stone inlay indicate period manufacture.

In modern styling, these brooches can be pinned to structured lapels, heavy knitwear, or tartan scarves to add a touch of historical texture. Alternatively, they can be mounted in shadow boxes or displayed on velvet trays as part of a curated cabinet of curiosities.

To preserve both the silver and the natural stones, store the brooch in a dry, tarnish-resistant lined box away from direct sunlight. Clean the silver gently with a specialist microfibre polishing cloth while avoiding liquid chemical dips, as harsh solvents can damage the softer inlaid jaspers and agates.
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