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Granite and Silver Brooch or Pendant
Granite and Silver Brooch or Pendant

Granite and Silver Brooch or Pendant

Maker (Aberdeen, Scotland)
Date19th Century
Object NameBrooch
Mediumsilver and granite
ClassificationsJewellery
Dimensions4.2 × 6 × 0.6cm
AcquisitionPurchased in 2013.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDAG011445
About MeGranite and silver brooch probably made by James Watson of Aberdeen.
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