Vintage 1960s John Hart Iona Sterling Silver Claymore Sword Kilt Pin Brooch Edinburgh Hallmarked
Item Specifics
- Brand: John Hart (Iona Celtic Arts)
- Type: Brooch / Kilt Pin
- Theme: Scottish Highland / Celtic Knotwork / Claymore Sword
- Material: Sterling Silver (925)
- Era: Vintage 1967
- Country of Manufacture: United Kingdom (Scotland)
- Size: 7cm
Description
Up for auction/sale is an authentic, highly collectible vintage Scottish Sterling Silver Claymore Sword kilt pin, designed by the renowned mid-century silversmith John Hart.
This stunning piece features a detailed two-handed Scottish greatsword design, adorned with an interlocking triquetra Celtic knotwork motif on the crossguard.
Hallmarks & Authenticity (On Reverse of Blade):
This piece features a clean, clear set of official British hallmarks:
This piece features a clean, clear set of official British hallmarks:
- Stamped "IONA" (John Hart's signature geographic origin mark)
- Stamped "JH" (John Hart's personal registered maker's mark)
- Stamped with the official Edinburgh Castle assay mark and the Scottish Thistle sterling silver guarantee mark.
- Features the stylized date letter code I read as M pointing to 1967.
Condition Report:
- Excellent Vintage Condition: The silver is structurally perfect with no bends, warping, or deep gouges to the blade or hilt.
- Clasp: The rolling C-clasp on the reverse functions perfectly and holds securely.
- Patina: The piece retains its original, beautiful dark vintage patina nestled inside the knotwork design, providing a fantastic contrast that accentuates the details. It has not been heavily polished down, preserving its collector value.
A magnificent, high-quality accessory for a traditional kilt outfit, or a prized addition to any vintage Scottish/Iona silver collection.
Please review the high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the visual description. Carefully packaged and sent with full tracking via Australia Post.