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Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian

$5,500
£4,112.60
€4,803.28
CA$7,727.49
A$7,826.45
CHF 4,495.90
MX$94,905.77
NOK 52,151.89
SEK 53,084.63
DKK 35,909.61

About the Item

This is a spectacular antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Butterfly Pendant or Brooch set throughout with Rose Cut Diamonds, Pearls and Rubies in a gorgeous open work design in Silver atop 14 Karat Yellow Gold. This is one of the most beautiful Butterfly Insect jewels we have seen. The Butterfly has a detachable brooch pin on the reverse which can be easily unscrewed to convert the jewel to a pendant necklace. The Butterfly is set throughout its wings with Rose Cut Diamonds. Each diamond is set within its own open work section. The sections are then combined into a fully three dimensional butterfly with exquisite craftsmanship and artistry. In the center of the body are four stunning silvery white pearls which may be natural. The eyes of the insect are two round Ruby cabochons. The diamonds and pearls are set in silver as was the custom of the period in order to show off the diamonds to greater brilliance. The butterfly wings are masterworks of jewelry making and diamond setting. The extraordinary jewels are all set "a jour" - open backed - so that the light is allowed to filter through the gems and make them sparkle with the wonderful quality we love in the antique jewels. This whimsical butterfly dances delightfully around the neck or across the body and creates a conversation piece to be passed on for generations. And insect inspired jewels are all the rage today. And here we have the magnificent butterfly with the exquisite gems and delicate design - how rare! The Victorians were absolutely enamored with nature and insects and created jewels as well as sculptures of the fascinating creatures. These antique butterfly gems are among the most highly desired and collected today. The butterfly is 1 5/8 inches (42mm) wide and is 1 1/8 inch (27mm) tall. The butterfly is silver atop 14 Karat Gold. The pin stem is detachable to convert the brooch into a pendant. The butterfly weighs 10.8 grams.
  • Metal:
    Gold,14k Gold,Yellow Gold,Silver
  • Stone:
    Diamond,Ruby,Pearl
  • Stone Cut:
    Rose Cut
  • Weight:
    10.8 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.1 in (27.94 mm)Width: 1.6 in (40.64 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850-1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1476219083052

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