Antique Pendant Brooch- Gold Filled Victorian Pin Garnet Red Stone & Etching

This stunning antique pin from the Victorian era, circa late 1800s, features a central red stone that appears to be a Bohemian Garnet. It is made of 9 or 10k rolled yellow gold over brass. This versatile piece can be worn as a brooch with its safety clasp, a later addition, or converted to a pendant by adding a jump ring and chain to the small loop at the top. The pin is in wonderful condition with no markings, measuring 1 5/8 inches tall and weighing 8.5 grams.<br><br>Era: Victorian, late 1800s<br>Material: 9 or 10k rolled yellow gold over brass<br>Stone: Red stone, likely Bohemian Garnet<br>Closure: Safety clasp (later addition), loop for conversion to pendant<br>Condition: Wonderful condition<br>Measurements: 1 5/8 inches tall<br>Weight: 8.5 grams<br>Marks: No markings