A dainty collectible seahorse brooch made in marcasite and silver (marked)
It’s made of quality silver and marcasite making it into a timeless design and perfect for posh parties, a formal function or romantic and elegant bridal wear.
 
The pin brooch is marked 'SILVER' 
 
About Marcasite jewellery:
Marcasite jewellery is made using cut and polished pieces of pyrite (fool's gold) as gemstone, and not, as the name suggests, from marcasite. 
The cut and polished marcasite pieces reflect light at different angles from its different facets giving it a sparkle.
 
Marcasite jewellery has been made since the time of the ancient Greeks. It was particularly popular in the eighteenth century, the Victorian era and with Art Nouveau jewellery designers. When diamonds were banned from public display in Switzerland in the 18th century, marcasite, along with cut steel, was turned to as a replacement.
 
Marcasite (pyrite) is believed to have many healing properties such as fending off negative energy. It is said to inspire relaxation, reflection, spiritual development, focus and clarity. Ancient Egyptians used marcasite to calm hysteria and anxiety. Both Pyrite and Marcasite are born of Earth and Fire so they are strongly grounding gemstones, good for balancing excessive energies.
 
- Year not known
- Vintage estate piece
- Silver (marked) and marcasite. The mark has faded slightly but still can be seen when seen closely.
- In excellent vintage condition. No other defect, damage, discoloration of wear. Please see close up videos for quality assurance.
- Measures:  4.5cm x 1.5cm
- Sourced from a vintage fair, London, England