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Victorian Seed Pearl and Turquoise Bug
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Seed Pearl and Turquoise Bug crawling up a staff capped with a solitary pearl
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1870s British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and Turquoise Bug
Victorian Seed Pearl and Turquoise Bug
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W 0.5 in L 2 in
Late Victorian Diamond Pearl Bug Pin
Located in Houston, TX
Late Victorian bug pin composed of 14K rose gold and platinum set with diamonds featuring a
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Antique Late Victorian Diamond Pearl Bug Pin
Late Victorian Diamond Pearl Bug Pin
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W 1.19 in L 1.25 in
Antique Ruby Pearl and Diamond Bug Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully detailed antique brooch crafted into the shape of a six-legged bug. A
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Early 20th Century Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian enamel bug brooch, Engish, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Antique enamel bug brooch. Set to centre with five round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain
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1890s Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Turquoise Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond, 18 carat yellow gold brooch in the form of a beetle; part of our antique jewelry/estate jewelry
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19th Century French Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Turquoise Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Bug Brooch
Antique Turquoise Diamond and Ruby Yellow Gold Bug Brooch
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H 0.45 in W 1.14 in L 12.6 in
Edwardian Gem and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet bug perched on this fine brooch and is encrusted with seed pearls. The gorgeous bug has
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Garnet, Diamond and Ruby Bug Brooch, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This stunning and handcrafted brooch is shaped in the design of a fly, featuring the wings as half moon, cabochon cut garnets. They have a total weight of 2.00 carat and are supporte...
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold
Located in New York, NY
in 9 Karat Gold. The stunning three dimensional scarab beetle bug insect is carved from a monumental
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19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Bug Jewelry

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Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Demantoid Garnet 14 Karat Gold Insect Bug Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a six-legged bug set with single cut demantiod garnets and Swiss cut diamonds Three
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Bug Jewelry

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White Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.15 Carat Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Bug Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
diamonds. There is incredible detail to the legs of the fly. The little bug is made of silver and 15 carat
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond, Demantoid Garnet, Ruby and Pearl Bug Brooch, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This delicate little brooch dates back to the 1880s and is a fabulous piece of Victorian jewellery
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Hematite Ruby Pearl Fly Bug Insect Pendant Victorian Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
creations are incredible feats of jewelry making. This one is extremely rare with its large size, hematite
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Hematite, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Antique Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Leaf Pendant 18K Gold French Victorian
Located in New York, NY
creations are incredible feats of jewelry making. This whimsical bug dances delightfully around the neck
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rock Crystal, Diamond, Garnet and Tiger Eye Bug Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely fabulous rock quartz crystal pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This lovely piece is comprised of a single plaque of rock quartz crystal, which is particularly la...
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1880s Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Fly Insect Bug Earrings Victorian Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful pair of rare antique Victorian Fly Insect Earrings with Rose Cut Diamonds and Pearls in 14 Karat White and Yellow Gold. The Victorian - Edwardian insect jewels a...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Fly Insect Bug Earrings Victorian Antique 14 Karat Gold
Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Fly Insect Bug Earrings Victorian Antique 14 Karat Gold
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H 0.67 in W 0.71 in D 0.52 in L 0.04 in
Ruby Pink Sapphire Rose Cut Diamond Bee Fly Ring French Antique Insect Bug Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful antique French Belle Epoque Bee or Fly Insect Ring set with a very fine Ruby, Pink Sapphire and Rose Cut Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The French Be...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Rose Cut Diamond Bee Fly Insect Bug Pendant Brooch Antique 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful antique French Belle Epoque Bee Insect Brooch or Pendant set with Rose Cut Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The French Belle Epoque insect jewels are o...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

African Bug Bead Necklace, Old Hand-Cast Metal Beads
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Fulani, Nigeria Hand-cast brass beads on a hand-woven cord 19th century Measures: 17 in. / 43 cm 8 oz. / 227 g.
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19th Century Nigerian Tribal Antique Bug Jewelry

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Bronze

Victorian Gold Fill Beetle Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
This Victorian brooch is emblematic of the naturalism found in jewelry from the late 19th century
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gold-filled

Victorian Gold Fill Beetle Brooch
Victorian Gold Fill Beetle Brooch
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W 0.88 in L 1.63 in
ArtDeco Coro 1919 "PatPend" LadyBug Enamel FauxGem Vermeil Brooch
By Coro
Located in Chicago, IL
lady-bug beetle brooch features a red enameled face and mixed-cut bezel-set red and blue crystals with
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bug Jewelry

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Crystal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Enamel, Gilt Metal, Vermeil

Antique 3.10ct Moonstone, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond and Pearl, Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
jewellery collections. This stunning and impressive antique brooch has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with
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19th Century Unknown Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Filled Turtles Brooch with Egyptian Scarab Shells
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Victorian Bug brooch! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gold-filled

Victorian Garnet Diamond Ruby Silver-Topped 18 Karat Gold Fly Insect Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Interesting. Detailed. Bug. Stock Number: We-4369
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1880s Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau 14K Gold and Silver Insect Ring with Topaz
Located in Venice, CA
Perched on a 14k yellow gold band is a charming winged bug made of sterling silver, 9K gold, topaz
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Bug Jewelry

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Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 14k Gold Blue Glass Seed Pearls Equestrian Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
decorated with a five petals flower, a bug and a horse whip. The flower is enhanced by seed pearls in the
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14k Gold Blue Glass Seed Pearls Equestrian Pendant
Victorian 14k Gold Blue Glass Seed Pearls Equestrian Pendant
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W 0.65 in D 0.1 in L 1.65 in
Victorian Shiebler Homeric Sterling Silver Graduated Watch Fob
By George Shiebler
Located in Venice, CA
-introduced in the 1880’s and influential in the jewelry industry—in keeping with popular motifs such as bugs
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1890s American Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Hamilton Gold Filled Open Faced Pocket Watch with Kiln Fired Dial from 1916
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
battery watch they decided to launch it before all the “bugs” were worked out. Too many of them failed and
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1910s Swiss Antique Bug Jewelry

Hamilton Yellow Gold Filled Open Faced Enamel Dial Railroad Pocket Watch, 1940s
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
invented the first “electric” or battery watch they decided to launch it before all the “bugs” were worked
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1910s Swiss Modern Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gold-filled

Egyptian Revival Beetle Brooch, circa 1900
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Sterling silver brooch with real beetle bug shell. Measures: 1 1/2" long x 1/2" wide.
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Silver

Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing
Located in Richmond, CA
to wear as a pendant, and translucent life like wings. This bug looks like its ready to take flight
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19th Century Antique Bug Jewelry

Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing
Antique Chinese Carved Agate Cicada Pendant 19c Qing
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H 0.52 in W 0.67 in L 2.13 in
A Victorian Natural Pearl Ruby And Diamond Bug Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl ruby and diamond bug brooch, the body with a baroque pearl, the legs
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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18k Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Blue Paste Spider Pendant 9 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
. Spider or bug jewellery is highly collectable and was considered a symbol of good luck to the wearer
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Amethyst Bug Gold Pendant
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
It is said to help improve self-respect and increases energy in general. Beetle or bug jewellery is
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1880s British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold

Gem Set Victorian Bug Pin
Located in London, GB
Late Victorian Pearl and Diamond Bug Pin. 15ct Gold and Silver
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Stainless Steel

Gem Set Victorian Bug Pin
Gem Set Victorian Bug Pin
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W 1.63 in D 1 in
Antique Victorian Moonstone Ruby Bug Brooch 9 Carat Gold
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
For more details please click continue reading down below... This gorgeous Moonstone bug brooch is
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

18 Karat Gold Insect Bug Pin, Set with Turquoise Pearls Rubies, circa 1900
Located in Preston, Lancashire
Antique insect brooch pin, 18ct gold, circa 1900. The fabulous petite brooch features turquoise body, ruby eyes and seed pearl set wings. The bar also displays further turquoise s...
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Early 20th Century British Antique Bug Jewelry

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Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Stunning Victorian Tortoise Shell Card Case with Mother of Pearl
Located in San Marcos, CA
bug bite. This one is superb! Nice larger size, it holds today's business cards with room left over
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

Antique Calling Card Case Etui Tortoise Shell Mother of Pearl
Located in San Marcos, CA
bug bite. This one is superb! Nice larger size, it holds today's business cards with room left over
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Natural Pearl

Antique Austrian Leather Purse Tortoise Shell & Enamel Sterling Evening Purse
Located in San Marcos, CA
excellent condition, with one flaws as noted, (one bug bite on shell) consistent with age. Otherwise the
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20th Century Austrian Edwardian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Amethyst Insect Brooch Silver, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This wonderful antique Amethyst bug brooch is from the Victorian era, Circa 1900. Insect jewellery
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Amethyst, Silver

Lariat Antique Charm Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
a kind. Easy and fun to wear and are great for everyday jewelry. This one has a Victorian bug at
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1920s English Retro Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Lariat Antique Charm Necklace
Lariat Antique Charm Necklace
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Late 1800s Beetle and Peacock Foil Glass Bead Antique Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
world and this social passion influenced fashion trends. Jewelry designs were influenced by bugs of all
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Victorian Bee Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This is a beautiful silver over gold Victorian Bee that I converted to a ring. Bugs are the rage
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1890s English Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Bee Ring
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Antique 9ct Gold Large Amethyst Pearl Spider Bug Brooch Pin c1860 Heavy 6.4g 375
Located in Camelford, GB
Yellow Gold Style: Classic Victorian Bug Brooch, heavy construction and gem set Gemstones: Large round
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Pearl, Amethyst, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Precious Gem Set Bug Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1910 14K Yellow Gold Bug Pin set with Old Cut Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires and Centrally set
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Circa: 1910 Gem set Bug Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Silver Topped and Gold Back Bug Brooch, centrally set with A carved Emerald and Cabochon Emerald
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Large Antique Gem set Bug Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful, Large Antique Bug Brooch, 18K Yellow Gold and set with a Turquoise, Fine Color Oval Ruby
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Bug Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet bug perched on this fine brooch and is encrusted with a total of 15pts worth of diamonds
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Platinum, Gold, Demantoid Garnet & Sapphire Bug Pin
Located in Chicago, IL
Cute Bug pin, Platinum top Gold Back, and set with Demantoid Garnets and Sapphires.
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Garnet, Sapphire, Platinum, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Natural White Pearl Bug Brooch
Located in Denver, CO
Four natural white pearls adorn this vintage Art Nouveau bug brooch fashioned from 18kt yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Bug Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Gold and Gem Set Bug Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa: 1915 14K Yellow Gold Bug Brooch, set with 2 Carats of Old Cut Diamonds and further accented
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Multi Gem Set Silver Gold Bug Brooch
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Add some buzz to your wardrobe with this precious diamond studded bug brooch, dating from the Late
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Opal Pearl Fly Bug Insect Pendant Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Insect Pendant depicting a fly or bug with a central Opal Cabochon of great beauty. The
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Opal, Pearl, 9k Gold

Antique 18ct Two Colour Gold Ruby & Diamond Fly/Bug Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fly Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1920’s Cute little fly/bug pendant. Beautifully
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Early 20th Century English Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Bronze Necklace of 18th and 19th Igbo Bug Beads from Nigeria Africa Jewelry
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by CALLIE MORGAN OAKES Bronze Necklace of 18th and 19th Igbo Bug Beads from Nigeria Africa
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18th Century Nigerian Tribal Antique Bug Jewelry

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Brass

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Tourmaline Emeralds Scarabaeus Beetle Viеnа Gold, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Fine Egyptian Revival Scarabaeus Beetle. Tourmaline Emeralds. Carved Tourmaline body of the bug
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Bug Jewelry

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Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold

François Fleuret French Art Nouveau Plique-a-Jour Diamond Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
cut diamond accents. French control mark. Circa 1900. Pictured in Jeweled Bugs & Butterflies, by
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Bug Jewelry

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Pure Platinum Bee Brooch with Genuine Ruby, Pearl and Natural Diamond
Located in Manchester, NH
Pure Platinum Bug Brooch with Genuine Ruby and Pearl in Excellent Condition! This bee brooch is
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1920s Antique Bug Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

Egyptian Revival 1870 Victorian Natural Scarab Beetles Suite in Box in 14Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
the enthusiast visitors bring back small objects, like souvenirs to be assembled into jewelry. The
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1870s English Egyptian Revival Antique Bug Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Victorian Ant Charm-Pendant with Opal & Peridot
Located in Venice, CA
Signature piece. Insect jewelry was a trend in the Victorian era. Starting with Egyptians who revered bugs
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Bug Jewelry

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Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold

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Antique Bug Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of antique bug jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Silver and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique bug jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. A choice in our collection of antique bug jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 6, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an object in our assortment of antique bug jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Bug Jewelry?

The price for a piece of antique bug jewelry starts at $356 and tops out at $70,000 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,290.
Questions About Antique Bug Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.