Vintage 30s Sterling Silver and Marcasite Dangle Earrings LM

Gorgeous Vintage 30s Sterling Silver Marcasite Dangle Earrings stamped 925 and signed LM Posts with backs Marcasite jewellery has been made since the time of the Ancient Greeks. It was particularly popular in the eighteenth century, the Victorian Art and with Art Nobeau 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. When Prince Albert died in 1861, Queen Victoria entered a period of mourning, requiring her entire court to wear black and avoid opulent jewellery. Marcasite became popular as an understated alternative for the nobility. Earrings are 1.25" long ✨Offers welcome ✨ 💰 Bundle 5 Items and save 30% 💸 I might even throw in free shipping 😉