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Victorian Amethyst and Gold Plated Silver Antique Insect Pendant/Brooch

About the Item

Detailed and beautiful, this brooch was created in the mid 1800s. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... Although unhallmarked, this brooch has been tested as being constructed from gold plated silver. It features a winged insect design. The body of the insect features a large, oval cut, claw set Amethyst. Its eyes are detailed with small, round, ruby red paste stones. The body of the insect is engraved with details. This piece can be worn as a pendant and features a small, round bail. It can also be worn as a brooch. The brooch fastens with a 'C' catch and the fastening pin is attached to the brooch with a tube hinge. The brooch measures 5cm x 3.5cm. Wear it With... Brooches are an exceptionally simple way to add instant vintage styling to any look and interest to plain materials. Pin this piece onto a hat, lapel, collar, cuff, scarf, sleeve, waistline or bag - wear alone or with a selection.
  • Metal:
    Gold Plate,Silver
  • Stone:
    Amethyst
  • Stone Cut:
    Oval Cut
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.38 in (35 mm)Length: 1.97 in (50 mm)
  • Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Skelmersdale, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3689221313052
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