Mid Century Silver & Marcasite Buckle Brooch feed-condition-used and sagacity

and sagacity

It would make a fine addition to any antique jewellery collection

It was originally commissioned by Cole Porter for his wife Linda Lee Porter

and is very likely from Ceylon ( Sri Lanka)

Mid Century Silver & Marcasite Buckle Brooch feed-condition-used and sagacityThis is a wonderful impressive buckle brooch. It is set in silver and is decorated with marcasites. It was imported into London in 1964, however, it is of American origin and dates 1950s. We love its timeless look, as well as its versatility. The buckle motif was first popularised in the Victorian era as a symbol of eternity, loyalty, protection, and strength. It was also a symbol of mourning the buckle holds the memory of a loved one close. It was