Scarce Ca. 1900 Scottish Clan MacNeil of Colonsay Badge

This is a circa 1900 Scottish clan badge for Clan MacNeil of Colonsay. A branch of the main MacNeil (or MacNeill) clan of Argyl, the MacNeils of Colonsay use their own independent motto upon their badge: "Vincere Aut Mori" ("Conquer or Die"). It has an armoured arm with dagger at the center of the encircling garter. The badge is in heavy silver-plated brass and was made in Scotland.

Circa 1900.

Approximately 1-15/16" in height and 1-9/16" in width.

Silver-plated brass.

Horizontal T-style pin with C catch.

MADE IN SCOTLAND.

This is from a Scottish clan badge collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. ebay SHOP MBJR13 LADEX10/13 SeAGJX9/15

7+ (Very Fine+): The badge has some light wear and tarnish.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.