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Find Out MoreAn Art NouveauA movement within the arts, particularly jewellery, evolving out of a response to mass production and the industrial revolution (1890-1915). Jewellery of this period was heavily influenced by nature and femininity, with its sweeping lines and organic motifs. silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
hatpin set with an 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. by Charles Horner. Charles Horner (1837–1896) was an English jeweller and founded his the Halifax based jewellery business in the 1860s “Charles Horner of Halifax”. It produced silver jewellery and ornaments. Among its better known jewellery lines were enamelled Art Nouveau pendants, and silver hatpins. This is a good example and is in the form of a stylised thistle.
Assayed in Chester 1908
Maker's mark CH
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