STERLING SILVER LUCKENBOOTH BROOCH - SCOTTISH PIN IN SOUTH AFRICA

Sterling Silver Luckenbooth Brooch - Scottish Pin Product Description This charming sterling silver Luckenbooth brooch shows a historical symbol of Scotland. The name comes from the luckenbooths of Edinburgh where jewellery and trinkets used to be sold, including this type of brooch. Luckenbooth is a Scots word for a lockable stall or workshop. The Edinburgh booths were situated on the Royal Mile near St Giles Cathedral. They were the city's first permanent shops, going back to the 15th century, and initially housing mainly silversmiths and goldsmiths. The luckenbooth brooch is a traditional Scottish love token often given as a betrothal or wedding brooch. It might be worn by a nursing mother as a charm to help her milk flow, and/or be pinned to a baby's clothing to protect it from harm. It was known as a witch-brooch by people using it to save children from the evil eye.Solid 925 Sterling Silver Brooch - Dimensions - 34mm x 24mm (approx 1 1/4" x 1") Brooch weight: 4.8g This beautiful brooch is a Luckenbooth design associated with Scotland This item makes a great gift This brooch comes displayed in our dedicated jewellery box which will keep it safe and secure Our Guarantee to You We guarantee the utmost in Quality, Authenticity and Customer Satisfaction All our Items are Brand New and 100% Authentic with Original Box and Papers Price Beat or Match, if we can't (which is hardly ever), we will give you R150 off your next order with us. At these prices stocks are very limited, so order now to avoid disappointment Please view our other listings HERE Looking for something that we have not listed. Let us know - Will will get the best price for you