Victorian Diamond Grouse Stick Pin chalcedony with deeply engraved cross hatching

with deeply engraved cross hatching effectively simulating the skin

French 18k gold import marks (owl)

With clear Birmingham hallmarks indicating it was made in 1886 and in sterling silver

and when the purpose of great Zeus was fulfilled

It's American made

Victorian Diamond Grouse Stick Pin chalcedony with deeply engraved cross hatchingDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 Charming Victorian stick pin featuring a handsome diamond studded grouse. Grouse shooting has for, for centuries, a pastime beloved of the British aristocratic classes, and continues on Scottish estates to this day. Perhaps not so surprising that someone chose this particular bird to adorn the top of a gold pin, although that said it's the first one I've seen. Crafted in 9 karat gold and silver, and home to rose cut diamonds