Hollywood Sterling Silver Pearl Marcasite Oleander Brooch — Vintage British Jewelry

The five-petaled oleander, from the British brand Hollywood, possesses a substantial structure and rich layering. Its design subtly echoes the curve of a crescent moon, quietly embodying a captivating, goddess-like aura. The pairing of sterling silver and marcasite dates back to European jewelry craftsmanship of the 18th and 19th centuries. Marcasite was often used as a substitute for diamonds, revealing a delicate metallic sheen after being faceted. In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, Britain experienced a prevalent mourning culture. Materials with low saturation and cool tones like these perfectly aligned with the aesthetic of being "reserved, restrained, and emotionally weighted," becoming widely adopted in jewelry design and gradually forming a stable stylistic language. Later, with industrial development and the promotion by manufacturing centers in jewelry hubs like Birmingham, it evolved into one of the most representative types of jewelry. 〖 HOLLYWOOD 〗 A jewelry manufacturer established in Birmingham, UK, by the Bloxidge brothers in 1917, operating until 1972. Highly active from the 1940s to the 1960s, they focused on combining silver, marcasite, and enamel in the 1950s, a style that became immensely popular and a distinctive hallmark of British antique jewelry. • Origin: United Kingdom Era: 1950s Materials: Sterling silver, pearls, marcasite Dimensions: 3.1 x 5.1 cm Markings: Maker's mark Condition: Excellent, with minor signs of wear Available in Taiwan for domestic shipping via Post Office or 7-11 convenience store pickup for NT$60. 🌟 Free shipping on orders over NT$3,000 🌟 . . Antique jewelry is no longer produced; their numbers dwindle each day, making them increasingly rare. This scarcity only enhances their uniqueness as accessories. Antique pieces are not new; the traces of time imbue them with depth and rarity. Please view them with an understanding that they are not held to the strict standards of brand-new items. We are confident that within the stories of these vintage pieces, you will find an unparalleled elegance and radiance.