Glass Cabochon? In 8 prong setting

[Electricbutter]

Found this a couple weeks ago near a cellar hole in Western Massachusetts . I think it’s a transparent glass cabochon in a silver setting with 8 crudely made prongs.If I hold it up to the light just right it looks like there is a small star inside the glass but it’s hard to get a picture it. I’m thinking it’s a button, part of a ring, or possibly a broach. Any information is appreciated.

 

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[ToddsPoint]

When you say star, is it like this? Lots of gemstones have stars. Gary

 

[Electricbutter]

When you say star, is it like this? Lots of gemstones have stars. Gary

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I wish it was like that mine is like the five pointed stars on the US flag.

 

[ANTIQUARIAN]

I wonder if it's actually Yellow Amber?
The setting also looks very old, so maybe an early-19thc gentleman's ascot or stick pin.

Nice find,
Dave

 

[dts52]

Very nice find.
dts

 

[gunsil]

I think it's glass and either a fancy button or part of a cufflink. Pretty cool!!

 

[Electricbutter]

I wonder if it's actually Yellow Amber?
The setting also looks very old, so maybe an early-19thc gentleman's ascot or stick pin.

Nice find,
Dave

All good possibilities. Lots to go on here. Thank you I really appreciate it.

 

[creskol]

If there is an image visible, it would be a glass button and not a cabochon. Pretty neat find!

 

[A2coins]

Glass button is what that is Ive seen some before