Victorian Scottish Agate Bloodstone Red Citrine Sterling Silver Brooch Antique

Victorian Scottish Agate Bloodstone Red Citrine Sterling Silver Brooch Antique. We are currently accepting offers for this lovely antique Scottish agate, blood stone agate, red agate and faceted cairngorm citrine, sterling silver brooch, circa 1880's. Cairngorm citrine is native to the mountains of Scotland, the stone is a rich golden deep amber color. Cairngorm citrine has been used in Scottish Jewelry for centuries and is prized by collectors.

It is a quality piece with lovely chasing and a high claw setting. It is hand chased/ engraved.

The silverwork is detailed, well done and in excellent condition. The silver content is not marked, which is consistent with dating.

The center stone is citrine. It is perfect for wear in all seasons and it is sure to become a cherished heirloom. It measures 2 inches and weighs 27.8 grams. Its tube hinge and pin dates brooch to 1850 -1910 which is consistent with 1880 date provided by last owner. As is the craftsmanship and style. Safety claps appears to be a a replacement clasp. Handmade safety clasps came into use in or about 1910 an machine made in late 1930s. See photos for full description. See our other listings for more antique and vintage jewelry.

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Brand: Handmade
Type: Brooch
Material: Stone, Silver, Fine Silver, Blood Stone, Red Agate, Citrine
Main Stone Color: Amber
Main Stone: Citrine
Metal: Sterling Silver
Country of Origin: Scotland
Metal Purity: Sterling Silver
Setting Style: Prong
Department: Unisex Adult
Item Length: 2 in Approx.
Jewelry Department: Fine
Base Metal: Fine Silver
Secondary Stone: Agate, Blood Stone, Red Agate, Scottish Agate
Vintage: Yes
Shape: flower
Original/Reproduction: Original
Antique: Yes
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Theme: Beauty, Nature, Scotland, Scottish Heritage, Scottish Ancestry, Scottish Nationalism, Plaid Brooch, Kilt Brooch, Kilt Pin
Number of Gemstones: 7
Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Christening, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagement, Father's Day, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding, Something Old for Bride, Something Old for Bridegroom, Bridal Shower
Era: Victorian (1837-1901)
Handmade: Yes
Year Manufactured: Pre-1920
Features: Engraved, Hand Engraved, Chased, Large Citrine, Blood Stone Agate, Red Agate, Scottish Agate, Scottish Stones