1940s Silver Faux Pearl Strand with Marcasite Clasp feed-gender-unisex he shall receive the crown

he shall receive the crown of life

popular during the early 19th century

It was made in 1932 likely in Birmingham (it is missing its Assayed mark)

which calls to mind the work of the great jewellery houses like Chaumet

The story comes from the European fairytale of the blacksmith and his dealings with the devil

1940s Silver Faux Pearl Strand with Marcasite Clasp feed-gender-unisex he shall receive the crownA beautifully graduated strand of faux pearls, finished with an elegant silver clasp set with marcasite circa 1940s. The pearls have a soft, even lustre, carefully graduated to sit naturally along the neckline, echoing the classic proportions of fine pearl strands. By the early 20th century, high quality imitation pearls had become highly fashionable, offering the look of natural pearls in a more wearable and accessible form. The clasp provides a