This vintage bird brooch, specifically a swallow in flight, is crafted from Eloxal metal and encrusted with faux marcasite stones (carved from metal to look like a stone). Eloxal metal was introduced during WWII for about 20 years. - Measurements: 2" x 1.5" - Design: Depicts a swallow bird with outstretched, detailed wings. - Stones: Encrusted with faux faceted marcasite stones, which give it a metallic, sparkling charcoal-grey appearance. - Metal: Made from Eloxal metal which is very lightweight and will never tarnish. - Era: Handcrafted between 1940-1960