An antique investement piece fine jewellery find! We have handpicked this dainty silver (marked on both earrings) and marcasite imitation champagne pearl tear drop earrings from the 1920s. The earrings is a dream collectible for marcasite jewellery lovers and who also love dainty pieces in their heirloom collection.
 
The earrings has a screw back and is in impeccable condition despite being more than 100 years old. The earrings is marked silver on both pieces of the pair (please see photos).
 
Antique silver marcasite earrings can be considered an investment piece due to several factors, especially when the price of silver is on the rise. Here's a brief note on why they can be a valuable addition to your collection:
 
1. Intrinsic Material Value: As the price of silver rises, any item made from this precious metal gains intrinsic value. Antique silver marcasite earrings become more valuable as the silver market strengthens.
 
2. Unique Historical Significance: These earrings often come from specific historical periods when marcasite—a semi-precious mineral composed of iron sulfide—was popular. Their historical context adds to their allure and can increase demand among collectors and vintage enthusiasts.
 
3. Craftsmanship and Design: Antique silver marcasite earrings are often handcrafted with intricate designs and meticulous attention to detail. This level of craftsmanship is less common in modern mass-produced jewelry, making antique pieces more sought after.
 
4. Rarity and Collectibility: The age and unique design of antique earrings contribute to their rarity. As time passes, these pieces become more difficult to find, leading to increased demand among collectors. This rarity can boost the item's market value.
 
5. Investment Potential: As with other collectible items, antique jewelry can appreciate over time. The combination of rising silver prices, unique designs, and historical significance creates a compelling case for their investment potential. Collectors and investors might consider such pieces as a long-term asset.
 
What is marcasite?
Used for millennia, marcasite is a gemstone that features in many distinctive jewellery pieces. The term ‘marcasite’ generally refers to jewellery set with the semi-precious stone, but also to jewellery made from silver with tiny pieces of its chemical twin, pyrite. Marcasite creates a uniquely intricate design that is instantly recognisable, and it’s for this reason it’s such a sought-after vintage gemstone.
 
Marcasite was first used in jewellery as far back as ancient times, with Greeks, Thracians and Egyptians featuring the stone in their embellishments – Cleopatra herself was said to have worn marcasite.
 
Source: https://www.gatsbyjewellery.co.uk/blog/what-is-marcasite-jewellery
 
 
- 1920s
- Antique estate piece
- Silver (marked on both earrings), Marcasite and imitation pearl
- In excellent vintage condition. No defect, damage, discoloration, wear or missing stone. Please see close up videos for quality assurance.
- Measures: 2.7cm long x 1cm wide
- Sourced from a vintage fair, London, England