Victorian silver rock crystal stickpin, the rock crystal estimated at 13.50 carats, with rope-twist surround.
This clear agate is named from the Greek ‘krystallos’ meaning ‘ice’, and was believed to be ice solidified by the gods. It was considered to be a protective stone by the ancient Egyptians and the Romans too believed in it’s healing properties, that it could help reduce pain and promote healing.
To those that believe, rock crystal is considered a stone of light and purity, a transmitter, transformer and amplifier of energy. It can capture negative energy and dispel stress. It promotes harmony, enhancing intuition and self-confidence.
Ideal for Gemini, Leo and Capricorns.
Marks:
Apparently unmarked.
Base metal pin.
Date:
Circa 1880-1890.
Length:
Length of stickpin head 2cm.
Length of pin 6.9cm.
Condition:
Rock crystal with few scratches.
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Our primary concern is that you are pleased with your purchase. Please feel free to ask as many questions as you like about a product before clicking purchase. We appreciate patina and the ‘age’ that older pieces acquire, because of this we do not polish pieces to strip away the age (though your local jeweller may be willing to do this for you for a small fee). Secondhand, vintage and antique pieces will naturally show scratches and small marks, these will often appear more noticeable in the enlarged images that we have made available for you. Our images are as realistic as they can be. Although any appreciable defects/damages will be mentioned please do inspect the images as they do form a part of the condition report.
Antique items may longer not be suitable for everyday wear or may benefit from thoughtful consideration when worn with care.
Victorian silver rock crystal stickpin, the rock crystal estimated at 13.50 carats, with rope-twist surround.
This clear agate is named from the Greek ‘krystallos’ meaning ‘ice’, and was believed to be ice solidified by the gods. It was considered to be a protective stone by the ancient Egyptians and the Romans too believed in it’s healing properties, that it could help reduce pain and promote healing.
To those that believe, rock crystal is considered a stone of light and purity, a transmitter, transformer and amplifier of energy. It can capture negative energy and dispel stress. It promotes harmony, enhancing intuition and self-confidence.
Ideal for Gemini, Leo and Capricorns.
Marks:
Apparently unmarked.
Base metal pin.
Date:
Circa 1880-1890.
Length:
Length of stickpin head 2cm.
Length of pin 6.9cm.
Condition:
Rock crystal with few scratches.
By clicking to ‘Purchase’ you agree to having read the Important Information for Purchasers.
Our primary concern is that you are pleased with your purchase. Please feel free to ask as many questions as you like about a product before clicking purchase. We appreciate patina and the ‘age’ that older pieces acquire, because of this we do not polish pieces to strip away the age (though your local jeweller may be willing to do this for you for a small fee). Secondhand, vintage and antique pieces will naturally show scratches and small marks, these will often appear more noticeable in the enlarged images that we have made available for you. Our images are as realistic as they can be. Although any appreciable defects/damages will be mentioned please do inspect the images as they do form a part of the condition report.
Antique items may longer not be suitable for everyday wear or may benefit from thoughtful consideration when worn with care.