Victorian 18ct Gold Scottish Thistle Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult The seed pearls are well

The seed pearls are well matched in colour and size and the turquoise are shaped like scallop shells with visible matrix

a vibrant ruby and a twinkling old-cut diamond are set within a star motif—adding a romantic touch to this bold and beautifully detailed piece

this is a small but thoughtful piece from a time when even the tiniest details were beautifully made

In European folklore

and exquisite craftsmanship

Victorian 18ct Gold Scottish Thistle Tie Pin feed-agegroup-adult The seed pearls are wellA finely modelled 18ct gold tie pin in the form of a Scottish thistle the national emblem of Scotland and a powerful Victorian symbol of loyalty, strength, and resilience. This piece dates to the 1880s, when Queen Victorias deep love of Scotland helped popularise Scottish motifs in jewellery following her frequent stays at Balmoral Castle. Richly textured and beautifully made, this tie pin would have been a proud nod to Scottish heritage, worn with