18th Century Style Sterling Silver Roses Hat Pin with Marcasite Gemstones

Adorned with Genuine Marcasites, this is reminiscent of the Victorian era - the period of Queen Victoria's reign - hand cast in Sterling Silver, this brooch measures approximately 3 inches long. This pin is hallmarked 925 for Sterling Silver. Marcasite jewelry is jewelry made from a semi-precious stone called pyrite, not, as the name suggests, from marcasite. Pyrite is similar to marcasite, but more stable and less brittle.  Marcasite is said to be a gemstone used for powerful meditation. Marcasite gems aid in introspection and tend to resonate more strongly with higher, more spiritual chakras. According to many beliefs, marcasite is a talisman associated with wisdom, courage and expression.