Marquisette and Blue Paste Earrings Circa 1920 April 4th And because the Victorians adored

And because the Victorians adored both sentimental and symbolic jewelry

It was even used as a form of trade with amber

This gorgeous little American ring features extremely saturated garnets as well

and compassion

Marquisette and Blue Paste Earrings Circa 1920 April 4th And because the Victorians adoredThe term 'marcasite' or 'marquisette' generally refers to jewelry set with semi precious stones, but also to jewelry made from silver with tiny pieces of its chemical twin, pyrite. Marcasite creates a uniquely intricate design that is instantly recognizable, and it's, for this reason, it's such a sought after vintage gemstone. Fiery foiled sapphire pastes star in these outrageous drop earrings. The 1920's enjoyed many historical revivals, not the