Description

From the mid 19th Century onwards, animal and insect motifs became incredibly popular. This particular piece dates from the latter part of the 1800's due to the use of colourful and semi-precious stones in it's design.

It's a really charming piece, quite small by comparison to other examples which makes it very appealing. It was possibly meant originally as a scatter brooch and would have been worn alonside others of similar design.

Set with lovely Rose Cut Diamonds, a large faceted Amethyst, a smaller round Sapphire and Ruby eyes in Silver and traditionally backed with Gold. It's a beautifully lightweight piece, unlike modern copies and the open backed setting allows light to pass through all the gems giving them extra sparkle. The Rose Cut Diamonds are nice and clear and white and the piece is in excellent condition.

The wing span measures only 3cm.

*Please note, whilst the diamonds appear to draw colour in the photographs this is purely due to the reflection of the background and where the yellow gold pin passes behind them.*

Price: SOLD

Email an Enquiry.

Back to Brooches