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Maltese Cross Granite Brooch by A&J Smith
Maltese Cross Granite Brooch
Maltese Cross Granite Brooch by A&J Smith
Maltese Cross Granite Brooch by A&J Smith

Maltese Cross Granite Brooch

Silversmith (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1867 - 1965)
Datec.1880
Object NameBrooch
Mediumsilver and granite
ClassificationsJewellery
Dimensions3.5 × 3.5 × 0.8cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 2013.
LocationOn Display - Gallery 08
Object numberABDAG011450
About MeFormed as a stylised Maltese cross with arched terminal to sections, the four cardinal sections set with alternating silver and pink granite, the central circular section in pink granite.
More About Me
The 19th century fashion for Scottish stone jewellery began after Prince Albert had a pebble set in silver for Queen Victoria.
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