Retailer Antique Vintage Deco Style 925 Sterling Silver Garnet Marcasite Pin Brooch 12.1g

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Listing Description by: Cait P.

The Piece

Age Circa: Vintage Art Deco style

Markings: "Thailand" and an unidentified maker's mark (IOPC) on the back of the brooch, tested, and guaranteed

Country of Origin: Thailand

Brand: IOPC

Gram Weight: 12.1 grams

Metal Type: .925 sterling silver

Material: --

Main Stone: Bohemian garnet

Main Stone Measurements/Color:

- Diameter: 3.55 mm
- Color: semi-translucent deep red hue

Accent Stone: Marcasite

Accent Stone Measurements/Color:

- Diameter: 1.1 mm & 2.1 mm
- Color: sparkly grey hue

Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.

Stone Cuts: Round cut Bohemian garnet, rose cut marcasites

Item Measurements:

- Length: 1.45"
- Width: 1.35"

Pin/Brooch Style: Brooch, lapel pin, hat pin, scarf pin, tie pin

Closure Type: Pin stem with a locking "c" clasp

Convertible to Pendant: If desired, your local jeweler can add a bale to this piece, so it can be worn as a pendant.

Notable Features:

- Made in the vintage Art Deco style
- Composed of .925 sterling silver crafted into a large flower
- A Bohemian garnet and sparkly marcasites accent the center of the flower
- Completed with a pin stem and locking "c" clasp
- Can be worn on a variety of accessories like hats, scarves, and lapels, among many others

Damage: Age appropriate wear. There is a stone missing from the face of the brooch, leaving behind a setting that measures 1.2 mm across; however, this is not immediately noticeable and, if desired, your local jeweler can replace the stone. The price has been reduced to reflect this.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1935. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.

Bohemian retailer garnet is a transparent or translucent mineral of a dark red hue. Bohemian garnets were mined starting in the 16th century in the Bohemian Hills of Czechoslovakia. During the Victorian and Art Deco eras, this type of garnet reached a height of popularity. There are no known mines in existence today, which has made the remaining stones highly coveted.

Marcasite was a very popular stone during the Art Deco period. Marcasite is meticulously hand-cut from pieces of iron pyrite and perfectly faceted to reflect the light. Marcasite is pale yellow or white with a bright luster, but tarnishes to a brown color. During the wild, Gatsby-style parties, ladies' jewelry could be seen sparkling from across the room.



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