Victorian Moonstone Diamond Ruby Brooch/Pendant

A Victorian ruby and diamond cross pendant brooch, the central cushion-cut ruby weighing 1.02 carats, surrounded by a cluster of old-cut diamonds, the arms set with four oval faceted...

A beautifully ornate Victorian butterfly brooch decorated in variety of five precious gems and set in hand crafted fold on silver body and dates from circa 1885. This wonderfully colourful Victorian butterfly brooch is adorned with beautiful gem-set wings and body. A total of approx 2ct of sapphires, rubies, rose-cut diamonds, moonstones and opal...

A Victorian pearl and ruby peacock brooch/pendant, in the form of a peacock with its tail fanned, set with one hundred-eighteen pearls, and a ruby-set eye...

A diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the fine Victorian diamond centrepiece, centrally set with an old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 1.65 carats surrounded by old-cut di...

Circa 1990s, 19k, by Elizabeth Locke, American. Known for her Renaissance Revival motifs, Elizabeth Locke's jewelry is timeless. This pendant/brooch features a hand-hammered finish,...

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...