WW1 Royal Artillery Gilt Brass, Enamel and Mother of Pearl, Lucky Horse Shoe Sweetheart Brooch

Here on offer is a beautiful example of a WW1 period Royal Artillery gilt brass, enamel and mother of pearl, lucky horse shoe sweetheart brooch

The brooch is in excellent condition and retains all the blue enamel to the horse shoe.

In the centre is a small gilt brass Royal Artillery crest, set in the centre of a mother of pearl (MOP) disc.

What is interesting about this badge is the centre MOP disc is pinned in place in such a way it can be rotated. Therefore, the brooch can be worn with the horse shoe “heels” at the top or the bottom.

There does seem to be some contention, however, over how to wear a lucky horseshoe. Some advocate for the heels-up position, resembling a "U," to prevent good luck from spilling out. Others believe in the heels-down orientation, showering blessings on those who pass beneath.

On the reverse it still retains its original fixing pin and locking “C” clasp.

It measures 0.9” (2.2cm) wide by 1” (2.6cm) high and weighs 4.2g.

Please see my pictures for the details of the condition, which complement this description.

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