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Old 08-07-20, 02:48 PM
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Default Grotty old Plaid Brooch

Hi Gents,

Found this tired, abused old plaid brooch in my crap/unknown box. Slight cleaning to the front revealed Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders on the scroll. Further cleaning on the rear revealed a very shiny silver surface but no markings, cleaning on the rim uncovered the same.
I have always been intrigued with the heaviness of the brooch and now wonder if it could be silver. The weight is 4.5 oz
I would welcome any comments or opinions even if it is to tell me that I wasted £2.50 on an impulse purchase.................again
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Old 08-07-20, 03:26 PM
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The fittings are missing,but I quite like it.
I'd keep hold of it ,maybe have the fittings repaired and have it cleaned .

Does the hole under the crown go all the way through ?

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Old 08-07-20, 05:02 PM
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Mike,

Yes sadly it does.

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Old 08-07-20, 05:20 PM
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I like it too.

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Old 08-07-20, 07:00 PM
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I wonder if some hooligan has nailed it to a plaque of something.
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Old 08-07-20, 07:03 PM
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Argyll's mate - hard as nails, didn't use lugs on badges, nailed 'em on.
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Old 09-07-20, 12:45 PM
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Hi Gents,

After a liberal application of Brasso and elbow grease the ugly duckling has turned into a swan....................

Black bit at the bottom is a reflection of my camera for effect.

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Old 09-07-20, 04:14 PM
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That's looking good
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That is a nice job you've done on it! A very nice broach.
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Old 09-07-20, 05:32 PM
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Gents,

Thanks, very happy with my £2.50 outlay now, it`s been a long time since I`ve basked in the heady smell of Brasso.

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