Blue Cherry Antiques
Antique Early Victorian 9ct Gold Diamond & Sapphire Bug Brooch c.1850 (A2043)
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Description
A fabulous early Victorian bug brooch. It is encrusted with natural mine cut diamonds of rose form in the wings and abdomen. The thorax is set with a beautiful natural sapphire of mixed cushion cut. It has a lovely intense blue and possibly Ceylon type. The eyes are two unusual greeny/yellow round stones. To the reverse it has a standard pin and c hook fastening with the pin being canted to go around the body. It also has a fixed safety chain. There are no hallmarks which is usual for this period, the underside of the body tests as 9 carat gold. The top of the mounting area appears to be silver.
A fabulous and rare piece of early Victorian jewellery dating to the mid 19th century.
Measurements (Approx)
Size : 20.75mm x 19.85mm
Material : 9ct gold / silver
Stones: Diamond / sapphire
Weight: 3.71 grams (before packing)
Condition: Good for period. Some slight wear to the stones and mounts but nothing significant. Pin and clasp working fine. A beautiful item.
Code: A2043 AG24-1
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