Charmstone

This pebble of striped quartz is thought to have been used as a charm in the 19th century, probably in Galloway. Quartz is often found in prehistoric burials and may have had a ritual significance. A number of painted examples come from broch sites.

Mango-shaped pebble of striped quartz, believed to have been used as a charm

The pebble was given to the Museum by Dr R. de Brus Trotter, a collector of folklore.

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Online ID:	000-180-002-275-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0504: National Museums Scotland Part 2 Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NO 58
Date:	19th century
Material:	Quartz, striped
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Subject:	Jewellery: charms, amulets (NMAS Classification)
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