The Legacy Collection - Rare vintage jewels, handpicked to be treasured for generations.
 
An Exceptional 1920s Double-Pin Marcasite Brooch in Solid Silver
This exquisite double-pin brooch is a masterclass in early 20th-century Western silver craftsmanship—an era when jewellery was not merely worn, but architected.
 
Professionally tested and confirmed as solid silver, this rare 1920s piece is meticulously set with hand-cut marcasites, arranged in a dramatic mirrored composition. Twin spiral motifs unfurl like stylised wings, their rhythmic geometry framed by scalloped edges and punctuated with rows of glittering steel-cut stones. Every curve, ridge, and recess has been deliberately sculpted to catch light softly—never loud, always refined.
 
What sets this brooch apart is its double-pin construction—a highly sought-after format once favoured by European and British jewellers for both elegance and function. Unlike single-pin brooches, double-pin designs allow the piece to sit flatter, more securely, and with architectural intent, making them prized by serious collectors today.
 
Why Double-Pin Brooches Are Special
Double-pin brooches represent a higher level of jewellery engineering. They were designed to:
Hold heavier silver constructions securely
Allow precise placement across lapels, collars, scarves, and textiles
Create symmetry and balance on structured garments
Today, they are celebrated for their versatility and rarity, especially in silver and marcasite—materials that have largely disappeared from modern fine jewellery at this level of workmanship.
 
Styling & Versatility
This brooch is remarkably versatile and can be styled in multiple elevated ways:
Worn horizontally on a blazer lapel or winter coat
Anchored across a silk scarf or cashmere stole
Used as a statement accent on a sari pallu or shawl
Styled creatively as a hair ornament by securing into an up-do or bun
Displayed as a collectible object in a jewellery cabinet or curated flat-lay
Its balanced proportions make it equally striking worn boldly or subtly.
 
Collectible & Investment Value
With silver prices steadily rising, antique solid-silver jewellery of this calibre represents both wearable art and tangible value. Unlike contemporary silver jewellery, pieces such as this were entirely hand-worked—no casting shortcuts, no mass production. Each marcasite was individually set, each contour finished by hand.
Western silver marcasite brooches from the 1920s are becoming increasingly difficult to source, especially in excellent structural condition and with original double-pin mechanisms intact. This is precisely the kind of piece collectors quietly hold onto—and pass down.
 
Care Notes
Store in a dry, soft-lined box away from moisture
Avoid direct contact with perfumes or sprays
Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth—never harsh chemicals
Wear often: silver loves movement and air
Measurements:
6 cm wide × 3 cm high
This is not trend jewellery.
This is heritage—a rare fragment of Western silver history, preserved in exceptional form and offered at a moment when such pieces are becoming nearly impossible to replace.
A true London Vintage heirloom.
 
A once-in-a-collection find.
- c. 1920s
- 925 Silver (hallmarked) 
- In excellent vintage condition. No defect or damage or damage. Please see close up video for quality assurance.
- Measures: 6 cm x 3 cm
- Sourced from a coveted vintage fair in London, UK