May 1, 1893 was a Monday so the auction was on May 3. The Petersburg, VA newspaper will have details. You can always ask the local reference...
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Could it be...? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A._G._Edwards Debora
Initials a good idea. How about A.G.? Debora
I see something "Edwards." Arthur? Debora
Agree. Doesn't make sense to the eye. Debora
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I'd think the value would be largely sentimental. But the eBay seller has "healthy" pricing overall. Debora
Plastic. Girls carry those as part of their First Communion ensembles. Like this copy with inscription. https://www.ebay.com/itm/226429921705...
There are many examples of the pin with gold-colored stone on internet. Sellers all identify as citrine, not glass. Debora
Compare it to this Scottish kilt pin. The mark is W. J. & S. William Johnson and Son, Glasgow according to the internet....
Welcome, @Mikek. You'll find lots of helpful and knowledgeable people here. We don't do valuations per se because there are so many variables...
replacements.com is identifying the pattern as 'Young Love' and the purpose as a pickle/olive fork....
I'd think earlier too. And a very handsome piece. Debora
Let me be the first to welcome you here, @Misfit38. Thank you so much for joining us. Debora
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