Antique Marius Hammer Enamel Brooch

Description

Key Features

• MATERIALS: Silver, enamel, seed pearl
• DIMENSIONS: Approx 25mm x 20mm.
• ERA/HALLMARK: Circa early 1900s. Stamped with Marius Hammer maker’s mark and 930S (Scandinavian silver)
• WEIGHT: 4g
• CONDITION: Very good antique condition. Enamel remains vibrant with light age-related wear only. Silver shows natural patina consistent with age. Fastening is secure.

This exquisite antique silver and enamel brooch was crafted by renowned Norwegian silversmith Marius Hammer, most likely dating from the early 1900s to the Edwardian period. Made in high-grade 930 silver and beautifully decorated with guilloché enamel in delicate shades of soft green, it features a central seed pearl detail that feels elegant and refined. Antique enamel jewellery lovers, collectors of Scandinavian silver, and people who appreciate meaningful heirloom-quality pieces will adore this brooch.

Design & Craftsmanship

Marius Hammer was one of Norway’s most important jewellery makers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Based in Bergen, his workshop became famous for exceptional silver craftsmanship and breathtaking enamel work. This brooch showcases the qualities that made his pieces so coveted. The oval body displays intricate engine-turned guilloché engraving beneath the enamel, which creates a mesmerising radiating pattern. Gentle green tones shift in the light, while a central pearl adds softness. Traditional Hammer hallmarking can be seen to the reverse, together with the 930S silver mark, a standard commonly used in Scandinavian jewellery of the period. The workmanship is meticulous, artistic, and unmistakably Scandinavian.

Why We Love This Piece

We love this antique silver and enamel brooch because it feels like a tiny work of art. The colours are soothing, the enamel is beautifully executed, and the design carries so much history. It has that wonderful sense of old-world craftsmanship that antique jewellery lovers cherish. This is jewellery for people who love meaningful heirlooms, wearable antique art, and rare collectible makers.

Styling & Versatility

This antique Marius Hammer brooch is easy to wear yet wonderfully distinctive. It looks beautiful pinned to a lapel, coat, knit jumper, blouse, or scarf. Because of its soft colour palette and elegant form, it suits both everyday styling and special occasions. Collectors, vintage fashion lovers, and anyone searching for unique antique jewellery will find this a truly special piece.

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.