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For sale is this stunning 18 carat gold Victorian dragon pin. This dragon / Eagle / Griffin is very detailed and breathtaking in real life. On top of ...

For sale is this stunning Victorian leaf pin. This lovely antique 18k gold pin is very detailed and set with a little seed pearl in its center. On top of that is this stickpin marked...

For sale is this very cute French dog brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a bright ruby eye and decorated with a diamond set collar. It bears a makers mark, a French eagl...

For sale is this very cute Belgian duck brooch. This 18k yellow gold animal is set with a single cut diamond eye and decorated with a sapphire, ruby and sapphire. It bears a Belgian ...

For sale is this Marvellous 18 K gold and silver Victorian brooch. This piece was crafted during the 19th century in France and is therefor also called a Napoleon III jewel. This stu...

We are happy to introduce you to this lovely work of art from the mid-century, the 1940's, also known as the retro period. This collar brooch is crafted 18 K solid gold and depicts a...

A French Art Nouveau Bee pin brooch clip made in 18 karat gold and featuring colored gemstones and diamond. This piece is one of the purest examples of Art Nouveau flights of fancy. The sinuous lines of the glossy amethyst body are captivating. Note a hidden secret of the piece, a skillfully carved belly. The open-work gold wings, made with precision, accented with cabochon ruby. Diamonds nicely decorating the “face” of this beautiful creature complete the composition. This gold brooch is a miniature...

A colorful butterfly pin brooch made of 18k gold, featuring various gemstones, and accented with colored enamel. The gems are mount-flush set in the gold “wings” and bezel set in the butterfly’s “body”. The “head” and “wings” feature rose cut diamonds. The butterfly’s body is made of fancy colored diamonds, orange brown, and brownish orange. This vibrant butterfly pin brooch is very cheerful and optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel fully fits the description. Lovely colorful pin is made of 18 karat (stamped) yellow gold, set with white diamonds, fancy colored diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds. The diamonds are rose cut, pear and round brilliant cut, H-I color VS clarity. The emeralds are pear, oval and round faceted cut. The rubies and sapphires are round faceted cut. The Victorian brooch measures 2 ¼” x 1 ¾” (5.7 x 4.2 cm) and weighs 18.6 grams. The butterfly brooch was created in the 1900s and stamped with a hallmark for 18 karat gold and unidentified maker's mark. History of Insect Jewelry: Insect jewelry carries a diverse symbolism and has deep historic roots. To us, these pieces serve as a reminder of the delicate beauty that designers found in nature. Scarab Beetles In ancient Egypt, scarab beetles were associated with the Sun God Ra. They symbolized regeneration and protection. Scarabs were often used in amulets, and seals to bring good luck and ward off evil. Bees and Butterflies Bees were revered in ancient Greece and Rome and seen as symbols of diligence and cooperation. Honey, a product of bees, was also associated with sweetness and fertility. Butterflies, with their transformation from caterpillar to butterfly, were seen as symbols of metamorphosis and the soul's journey. Insect Jewelry Resurgence In the 19th century, during the Victorian era, there was a resurgence of interest in nature-inspired jewelry. It often incorporated real insect specimens preserved in resin. This trend was influenced by the Victorian fascination with the natural world and scientific discoveries of the time. The Art Nouveau movement of the late 19th - early 20th centuries embraced organic forms and drew inspiration from nature. Insect motifs, such as dragonflies, butterflies, and beetles, were prominent in Art Nouveau jewelry. These pieces featured flowing lines and delicate designs. Today, insect jewelry continues to be equally loved by designers and jewelry buyers. For example, dragonflies are often associated with change and self-realization, while butterfly brooches symbolize transformation and beauty. Bees are still seen as symbols of hard work, community, and productivity. About Victorian Jewelry: Victorian jewelry is dated from 1837 to 1901. The era’s name was inherited from Queen Victoria who reigned during that time. Her significant input shaped the jewelry style of that time. To navigate in such a vast period, historians divide it into following parts: • The Early Victorian or Romantic • The Middle of Grand Victorian • The Late or Aesthetic Victorian Era Different materials, gemstones and techniques were popular specifically for each era. Some styles though remained in favor longer than during just one period. For instance, hair jewelry made its way from the Romantic to the Grand period. Snake and animal motifs were also in demand throughout the era. Early Victorian Jewelry As to the Queen influence, Romantic Period jewelry had well pronounced sentimental vibes. It was the time when young Queen Victoria was in love with her husband, Prince Albert. And the whole nation admired their relationship. Cameos, matching brooches, miniature portraits and lockets reflected the likeness of loved ones. After Albert’s passing in 1861, the Early Victorian Period ended, and The Grand era began. Grand Victorian Jewelry After the incandescent bulb invention in 1870s, diamond jewelry started thriving like never before. Diamonds, being placed under the electric light, revealed their dazzling nature and looked truly fascinating. Besides Victorian diamond jewelry...

Finely detailed antique Art Nouveau pansy brooch/pendant (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (the gold nuggets are 22k to 24k gold). The crescent moon is adorne...

Unique tremblone brooch created in France at the end of 1800s. Made of silver and gold of 18, 14 and 10 karat and set with old mine cut diamonds (each from 0.45 to 0.02 carat, totali...

Victorian 18K Gold Horse Brooch Pin Approximate Dimensions: 3.6 cm (Length) 3.5 cm (Width) 9.2 grams in weight.

Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Art Nouveau Diamond White Gold Brooch. Beautifully Hand crafted with migraine details in 18K White Gold. Hand set with 109 Diamonds weighing approx....