Mother of pearl & Marcasite Pendant ~ 925

This stunning sterling silver pendant with marcasite & mother of pearl is a definite statement piece it’s large & yet very elegant. The price is for the pendant only. Marcasite jewellery has been popular for centuries, particularly 1800 and 1900's. A luxury gem with a unique shine, it became a substitute for diamonds which were far more expensive. When Prince Albert died in 1861, Queen Victoria entered a period of mourning, requiring her entire court to wear black and avoid opulent jewellery.