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Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch

$1,295
£988.73
€1,142.46
CA$1,817.93
A$2,026.28
CHF 1,063.12
MX$24,744.16
NOK 13,461.39
SEK 12,723.06
DKK 8,526.71

About the Item

Lovely Victorian Garnet Butterfly Brooch from the mid 19th Century. Nicely proportioned with pave rose cut garnets and seed pearl eyes. Great quality. 2.5" x 1.5". 1860's USA.
  • Metal:
    Gilt Metal
  • Stone:
    Garnet
  • Stone Cut:
    Rose Cut
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (38.1 mm)Width: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
  • Style:
    High Victorian
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    1860-1869
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Pin on hinge has been replaced, does not effect wear.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4626188902

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