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A pretty marcasite bow brooch from the mid 20th century, c1950's! The brooch is made of sterling silver and is encrusted with sparkling hand-set marcasite gems to the front. The three-dimensional bow motif has a dazzling, realistic look and is further adorned with milgrain edging. A pin and secure revolver clasp on the reverse makes up the rest of the brooch. A beautiful darkened patina remains on the brooch adding further depth of character and vintage charm!
To the back of the brooch bears the makers mark; "LEGA" "No157" and "STG SIL" denoting sterling silver. Lega was a leading manufacturing jeweller in Melbourne, Australia which started trade in 1948. Lega made an extensive range of marcasite jewellery in the 1950's and was one of few firms producing marcasite jewellery in Australia for that period.
An elegant vintage brooch, easily suiting today's fashion. An sweet addition for the high-neck collar or jacket lapel!