Antique Victorian Scottish Anchor Brooch Silver Granite, c. 1890 Carved 6 mm north to south

6 mm north to south and 2 mm deep

great care should be taken with it

an heirloom in the making

this Edwardian double snake ring carries all the mystery and symbolism that made antique snake jewelry so beloved in the early twentieth century

and is fitted with a safety chain for security

Antique Victorian Scottish Anchor Brooch Silver Granite, c. 1890 Carved 6 mm north to southAn anchor has always carried more than its weight in meaning, steadfastness, safe harbor, devotion held fast against rough seas. In this late Victorian example, that symbolism is rendered with unmistakable Scottish character. The form is bold yet balanced, wrapped in a twisted silver rope that feels both nautical and decorative, while pale granite panels lend a cool, silvery blue contrast that catches the light with quiet restraint. It is a brooch