Antique Victorian Scottish Gold Cairngorm Shield Pendant Circa 1860

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This exquisite antique Victorian solid Gold Scottish Cairngorm shield pendant is Circa 1860.

Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her frequent trips to Scotland and her Scottish Castle Balmoral from the mid 1800s.

The wonderful pendant is adorned with beautiful Cairngorm stones with a large 8ct Cairngorm displayed in the centre.

Cairngorm is a type of Quartz found in the Cairngorm mountain range in Scotland. It is most commonly yellow/ brown in colour and shines with radiant beauty.

The pendant is topped with a beautiful engraved crown set with Garnet’s and Pearls.

The Garnet has been adored throughout history for it’s deep red colouring that resembles a Pomegranate. It is said to be a stone of purity, truth and a symbol of love and compassion.

The brooch is all set in an 18ct Yellow Gold shield gallery with a hinged bale that articulates back and forth.

This is a truly fabulous Scottish brooch complete with Scottish ‘Kite mark’ too.

The pendant is steeped in history, a magnificent collectors item.

Weighs 15.4 grams.

Measures 32mm across x 63mm down.

Central Cairngorm measures 11mm across x 15mm down.

Excellent condition.

ITEM NUMBER- 8848