Garter & Thistle Scottish Pebble Brooch

Scottish pebble jewelry is one of our favorite categories of Victorian jewels, and this pebble brooch is rather magnificent. It is in the shape of a garter, the symbol of the Order of the Garter, the oldest and highest order of chivalry in the United Kingdom. The engraved silver garter is inlaid with the glossy agate, jasper and bloodstone native to Scotland. A cluster of silver thistles, rendered in three gorgeous dimensions, blooms at the brooch's center; the thistle flowers are represented by faceted purple and amethyst-colored stones. The brooch is backed with the long pin and c-clasp common to the era, the piece remains beautiful and wearable. This is a very popular motif for Scottish pebble jewelry, lovely and traditional. Circa 1850.

Details.....The brooch measures 2" by 1.83". In Very Good Antique Condition. You should always expect some wear on antique and vintage jewels, we consider it part of their charm.

Item #JJ1070