The Legacy Collection - Rare vintage jewels, handpicked to be treasured for generations.
 
A refined study in early 20th-century silver craftsmanship, this elegant floral brooch is meticulously crafted in hallmarked 925 silver, richly set with hand-cut marcasite and finished with imitation pearl centres. Measuring 6 cm in height and 3 cm in width, it carries a graceful vertical presence—delicate yet unmistakably decorative.
The design unfolds as a stylised twin-flower spray, each blossom formed with softly contoured silver petals pavé-set with marcasite, creating a restrained, graphite-like shimmer rather than overt brilliance. At the heart of each flower sits a luminous imitation pearl, offering a gentle contrast to the cool sparkle of marcasite and lending the piece its classic, old-world charm.
 
Flowing beneath the flowers, the ribbon-like stems are rendered in looping, sinuous curves—an elegant nod to late Edwardian and early Art Deco naturalism. These elongated silver ribbons are themselves finely set with marcasite, demonstrating an exceptional level of detail even in the negative spaces of the design. The composition feels light and airy, yet remains structurally balanced and beautifully proportioned.
The reverse reveals a well-finished silver back with a traditional pin fitting, underscoring the quality of make and the care taken in construction. The brooch remains in excellent vintage condition, with stones intact and silver retaining its characterful patina.
 
Timeless and versatile, this piece styles effortlessly on a silk blouse, tailored jacket, sari pallu, or even a cashmere wrap. It is especially suited to collectors who appreciate marcasite jewellery for its quiet sparkle, heritage appeal, and enduring collectability—a genre with a devoted following among serious vintage connoisseurs.
A graceful and wearable antique-style jewel, this brooch is a testament to the artistry of silver and marcasite work—subtle, sophisticated, and increasingly rare to find in such condition today.
 
- c. 1950s
- 925 Silver (Sterling hallmarked) and marcasite
- In excellent vintage condition. No defect or damage or damage. Please see close up video for quality assurance.
- Measures: 6 cm height x 3 cm wide
- Sourced from a coveted vintage fair in London, UK