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Edwardian 15ct Gold Pair of Tortoise’s Brooches in Original Case

654K
524 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

A pair of 15ct gold “novelty” brooches, as they are known in the trade. They are of two tortoises set with natural split pearls and matched turquoise. They are joined by a 15ct gold pearl set chain and are in their original case. They were retailed in Glasgow, Scotland, circa 1900-1910. The tortoise is an auspicious animal. It is a symbol of good luck and symbolises a long life, wisdom and peace

The Details
Ollys Pick

Wonderful “Novelty” pins

Essentials

Item Number:
654K
Materials:
Measurements:
Length of chain 12 cm
Tortoises 1.4 cm by .8 mm
Length of pins 3.2 cm
Case 9 cm by 9.5 cm
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
8 years ago

Hallmarks

Unmarked, 15ct gold
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.
Case inscribed with "To Her Majesty the Queen, Edward & Sons Diamond Merchants • 92 Buchanan Street • Glasgow" on silk lining

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