A wonderfully characterful antique stickpin in 15ct yellow gold, dating to circa 1880. The head is modelled as a noble horse's head in three dimensions, set above a horseshoe on a solid gold block — a composition that combines two of the great equestrian motifs of Victorian jewellery in a single, well-resolved design. The reverse bears an original initial engraving, which can be removed upon request. At 7.5g, this is a stickpin of exceptional substance and presence for its size.

A stickpin for the racing enthusiast, the country sportsman, or the collector of fine equestrian jewellery — the horse and horseshoe combination in 15ct gold of this weight and quality is a particularly fine example of the Victorian sporting jewellery tradition.

The Details

• Circa: 1880
• Metal: 15ct yellow gold
• Design: Horse head above horseshoe on solid gold block
• Reverse: Original initial engraving (removable on request)
• Weight: 7.5g
• Dimensions: 2 × 2.2cm
• Hallmarks: Tests as 15ct gold