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Find Out MoreThis brooch is VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901).. It is mounted with gold and a foiled amethystAmethyst is the purple variety of macrocrystalline quartz. From the Greek amethystos meaning 'a remedy against drunkedness', it was believed to prevent intoxication and ensure the wearer retains a clear head and quick wit. It was once considered as valuable as ruby, sapphire and emerald.. It was probably a hunting trophy which was brought back from India. The 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold work is nicely engraved with a shield shape plaque in the middle which was never engraved with the owner’s initials.
Unmarked, tested to 9ct gold
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