Vintage 1940s Faux Marcasite Ball Dress Clips

Vintage 1940s Faux Marcasite Ball Dress ClipsVintage 1940s faux marcasite double ball dress clips. The surface of the dress clips have round facets in the surface of the piece to mimic marcasite gemstones. The clips glistens in the light as if gemstones were present. These unusual dress clips are rare in design and style. They can be fastened around the neckline or lapels on a dress, coat or jumper. They can used be to hold a scarf in place. Dress clips are very versatile and are excellent on

1960s jewellery was bright and bold

The brooch and earrings featuring smooth white plastic stones set into a high quality gold tone metal

Enamelling is an ancient art form

M' jeweller William C Manton from Hylton Street

The wire and the earring setting at silver

and 'Duette' are just three examples

The oval beads are graduated in size and are clear glass with coloured glass centres

they are faceted allowing them to catch the light easily

The ring features a Maltese cross

This pretty bracelet features decorative links secured with a large spring ring clasp

This type of jewellery is also known as Shakudo

5" 9ct yellow gold chain