Antique 1819 Saint George III Slaying Dragon Brooch English Silver Crown Coin

Saint George III Slaying Dragon. During the Edwardian era and into the Victorian era, when a sailor or soldier was separated for a long period of time from the woman he loved he would try to win her back with gifts of jewelry.

The traditional gift was a silver coin from the place he visited or simply an English coin from the year they met. Saint George is the patron Saint of England. Condition: Very good estate condition. Size: 1.5 inches in diameter.

If you're looking to surprise that special woman in your life with something antique, romantic, and a bit unusual. This gift would be perfect.

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