The Hidden Ruby Necklace is a rare and whimsical relic, centred on a vintage marcasite monkey brooch, reimagined as a pendant and strung on two antique sterling silver chains. With its natural ruby eyes and cherries, later adorned with freshwater pearls, the piece balances playful character with exquisite detail, a reminder that jewellery has always been both personal and expressive.
In the Victorian era, marcasite was treasured for its shimmering surface, created by gem cutters who faceted the stone into rose-cut shapes with flat backs, setting them in sterling silver alongside pearls or onyx. The style resurged in the post-WWII period, when its lively sparkle became a source of glamour and optimism during austere times. Beyond beauty, marcasite has long been regarded as a talisman, believed to shield from negative energies, inspire courage, and awaken creativity.
Flew Designs embraces these layered histories, repurposing antique fragments into jewellery that feels both timeless and contemporary. The Marcasite Monkey Necklace invites the wearer to revel in its eccentric charm while carrying forward the artistry, symbolism, and narrative of its past.
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The Hidden Ruby Necklace is a rare and whimsical relic, centred on a vintage marcasite monkey brooch, reimagined as a pendant and strung on two antique sterling silver chains. With its natural ruby eyes and cherries, later adorned with freshwater pearls, the piece balances playful character with exquisite detail, a reminder that jewellery has always been both personal and expressive.
In the Victorian era, marcasite was treasured for its shimmering surface, created by gem cutters who faceted the stone into rose-cut shapes with flat backs, setting them in sterling silver alongside pearls or onyx. The style resurged in the post-WWII period, when its lively sparkle became a source of glamour and optimism during austere times. Beyond beauty, marcasite has long been regarded as a talisman, believed to shield from negative energies, inspire courage, and awaken creativity.
Flew Designs embraces these layered histories, repurposing antique fragments into jewellery that feels both timeless and contemporary. The Marcasite Monkey Necklace invites the wearer to revel in its eccentric charm while carrying forward the artistry, symbolism, and narrative of its past.
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