Description

Victorian 15ct, 15k, 625 Gold oval Bohemian Garnet Stick, tie, cravat pin
Circa 1880

A fine, antique stick pin featuring an oval 9.5 x 7.5mm faceted, Garnet gemstone, mounted in a gold crown mount on a barley twist pin.
The Bohemian Garnet is a lovely deep, red colour with a tint of brown.

The head of the pin measures 8.2 x 10.5mm

The pin is not hallmarked but tested as 15ct Gold

Garnet is the traditional birthstone for January

MEASUREMENTS: 8.2 x 56mm
WEIGHT: 1.7 Grams
HALLMARKS: As above
CONDITION: Good (though there is a tiny flea bite in the side of the Garnet – only visible with a jewellers loupe)
DATE: Victorian (1837 to 1901)