Victorian Scottish Agate & 15K Gold Prince of Wales Feather Brooch
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Directory: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900: Item # 1393396
Directory: Estate Jewelry: Gold: Victorian: Pre 1900: Item # 1393396
$1,695.00
A very rare Victorian 15K rose gold brooch in the form of the Princes of Wales’ feathers set with Scottish jasper and bloodstone. The feathers are joined with a crown and a banner with the Prince’s motto “Ich Dien.” The gold surfaces are ornately engraved. The back bears a registry mark, dating the brooch to 1891, the 50th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s eldest son's investiture as Prince of Wales. Due to his mother’s extraordinarily long life, he was the first prince to mark a half-century in that position. Upon his succession, he ruled as Edward VII. Scottish agate jewelry was rarely set in gold, and this is one of the finest examples we’ve seen. The back is stamped with the registry (patent) number. Tested and guaranteed 15K.
- Origin: England, 1891.
- Condition: excellent; no stone damage or wear to gold; all original.
- Dimensions: 1-1/4” x 1-5/16”.
- Weight: 6.2 grams.
