Diamond, Baroque Pearl 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Fish Brooch/Pendant Necklace

Amazing brooch/pendant necklace in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a sapphire between two diamonds on the body; the wings are studded with diamonds between multic...

Vintage brooch/pendant in 9k rose gold and silver structure, mounted with a big cameo finely carved with lady motif framed by a crown of garnets and silver decorations studded with d...

This intricate French piece of jewellery dates to the mid 19th Century and is versatile in the way it can be used. The brooch pendant is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and has bee...

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...