Description
Fabulous, huge clan badge for MacDonald of Clanranald in silver. The outer edge of the clan badge reads: "DHANDEON.CO.HEIRIGHA" "ALL HOPE IS CONSTANT IN THEE". The crest is a triple-towered castle and rising from the center tower, a dexter arm in armor embowed grasping a sword. The date marks are obscured, the badge is circa 1870's ??? 1890's.
VINTAGE:Circa 1870's to 1890's
SIZE:Approximately 2-1/4" x 2-1/2"
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Silver
ATTACHMENT:Horizontal pin with 'C' type catch
MARKINGS:Two marks on reverse near base of castle, obscured
ITEM NOTES:This is from a Scottish clan badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MFEX16 LFJJX2/16 SFJJX10/18
CONDITION:8+ (Excellent): The badge shows minor to moderate wear and tarnish, overall excellent condition.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.