Antique silver Scottish Claw Brooch with top stone amethyst?

The product is an Antique Scottish Claw Brooch featuring a top stone amethyst. Crafted from grouse material and set in silver, this unique brooch exudes a sense of elegance and heritage. The lack of hallmarks adds to its vintage appeal, making it a rare and valuable piece of jewellery for collectors or those who appreciate traditional Scottish craftsmanship. In the Victorian period men would pin grouse claws to their kilts for good luck during hunting trips. Over time they became more embellished, gaining gemstones and decorative silverwork gaining widespread appeal as a fashion item. Known as a 'ptarmigan', they also became love tokens for lovers apart.

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