Witch's Heart Brooch
MakerMade by
William Robb
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1851 - 1927)
Object NameBrooch
Mediumgold/gilt
ClassificationsJewellery
DimensionsOverall: Length: 1.9 cm, Height: 2.3 cm
AcquisitionPresented by The Misses Duguid.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationOn Display - Gallery 09
Object numberABDAG008605
About MeGold/gilt simple twisted heart with a horizontal hinged back pin, stamped on the reverse: Robb: K'onMore About Me
Heart-shaped jewellery started to become popular in Europe in the 15th Century, with early pieces seen as possessing talismanic or protective properties rather than as symbols of romantic love.
Exhibitions
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
19th Century
19th Century
James Cromar Watt
1850 - 1899
