Antique Sword Shaped Scottish Dirk Brooch/Pin (Sterling Silver)

1800’s Scottish Dirk Brooch / Pin – Made of sterling silver & shaped like a sword with Pink faceted gem on top and agate on shaft. One agate is missing. I saw online it was also known as a kilt pin, but I’m not sure.

There is patina / tarnish from age & the top piece of agate is missing. Otherwise working and in good condition. Please look closely at all photos for best depiction of all details. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!

Approx. 2.75″ Long & just under .75″ wide at widest points

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This is likely a Victorian-era Scottish sterling silver dirk brooch or pin.
The brooch is designed to look like a Scottish dirk, which is a type of dagger.
These types of brooches became popular in the mid-19th century as part of the Scottish tourist industry that arose after Queen Victoria purchased Balmoral Castle.
The brooch features a faceted pink stone at the top, which may be a citrine or a similar paste stone.
The body of the pin is decorated with strips of agate, a common feature of this style of Scottish jewelry.