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Antique Victorian Bog Oak Irish Shamrock Brooch

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This skillfully carved Victorian Irish bog oak brooch was worn in the Victorian mourning period. The brooch depicts an Irish Shamrock with detailed carved surrounding. The colour is a matte black with a woody texture. The reverse of the brooch retains its original 'T' and 'C' clasp. Interesting Fac ...Read more
AUD $ 128.00

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This skillfully carved Victorian Irish bog oak brooch was worn in the Victorian mourning period. The brooch depicts an Irish Shamrock with detailed carved surrounding. The colour is a matte black with a woody texture. The reverse of the brooch retains its original 'T' and 'C' clasp.

Interesting Facts

Bog Oak

Bog oak was used to imitate jet in the Victorian mourning period. Like jet, bog oak is wood (actual oak, fir,pine or yew) that has been fossilized in peat marshes or bog so that it turns hard and black or very dark brown in color. It's also lightweight and warm to the touch, but it usually has a matte finish, as opposed to jet's gleaming polish.