Description

This antique Charles Horner silver and enamel brooch dates to 1923 and carries a clear Chester hallmark. Crafted in sterling silver, it centres on an oval enamel panel displaying rich blue, green and purple tones. The surrounding openwork silver frame creates a flowing geometric form typical of jewellery moving from late Art Nouveau into the Art Deco period. Charles Horner was a significant British jewellery manufacturer based in Halifax and became especially well known for distinctive silver and enamel jewellery.

Why We Love This Brooch

The strength of this 1920s silver pin lies in its combination of colour, craftsmanship and documented age. The enamel has an unusually vivid palette, while the restrained silver framework keeps the design wearable. Because the brooch carries identifiable period hallmarks, it also has added appeal for collectors of Charles Horner jewellery. At the same time, its abstract form feels surprisingly contemporary.

How to Style

This antique Charles Horner silver and enamel brooch will suit someone who likes antique jewellery with colour and a recognisable designer connection. It can be worn on a jacket lapel, scarf, knitwear or dress, while its compact proportions make it suitable for regular wear. The mixture of blue, green and purple enamel works particularly well with neutral clothing, although it can also complement stronger jewel tones.

Key Features

• MATERIALS: Silver, enamel
• DIMENSIONS: Approx 31mm x 15mm.
• ERA/HALLMARK: Stamped C.H. Chester 1923
• WEIGHT: 2.92g
• CONDITION: The brooch is in good antique condition, with surface wear and patina consistent with its age. The silver shows light marks from previous wear, while the enamel remains bright and visually striking. The original-style pin fitting is present, and the piece is ready to wear.

SHIPPING – UK ORDERS: Orders received before 11am Monday-Friday UK time will be dispatched the same day. This is via Royal Mail Special Delivery which is a fully tracked and insured service and will require a signature on arrival.

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
Please allow 1-2 days processing time. For orders under £350 we use Royal Mail International Tracked and Traced, with delivery around 7-10 days. For orders above £350 we use a door to door courier service with delivery between 3-7 days depending on location.

You will receive a tracking number for accurate delivery information. We are not responsible for any import duty or VAT on delivery, this rate varies in different countries so please get in touch with your local customs office for more information.

Our jewellery comes packaged in a beautiful black faux leather box and black branded gift bag.

RETURNS:
We do accept returns provided they are returned within 14 days from receiving the item. We will issue a full refund minus the shipping cost.

We will provide a return address and this must be returned at the cost of the customer using a fully insured, tracked and signed for service.

The item must be returned exactly as it was sent, unaltered and undamaged and in the original packaging. This must be marked clearly as a return, otherwise we reserve the right to deduct any import charges made to us from the refund on all international orders.

We do not accept returns on sale items or alterations including ring sizings.