Victorian Moonstone Scorpion Brooch shakudo adorned with bunches of grapes

adorned with bunches of grapes

and remain in remarkably good condition - relatively light and wearable for their size

directly influenced by the departure of the first envoy to Japan in 1868 through to 1918 when their rule ended

I understand the XP stands for "Christ"

almost Holbeinesque in appearance

Victorian Moonstone Scorpion Brooch shakudo adorned with bunches of grapesDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 Cool antique scorpion brooch dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. It's set with a row of four moonstones down its back, with tail extended, poised to strike, and large claws. STONES Moonstone MEASUREMENTS 5. 2 x 2. 2cm WEIGHT 2. 9g MARKS No marks present, tests as silver plated CONDITION Very good, light wear commensurate with age