Antique Victorian Citrine Amethyst Beetle Brooch 9ct Gold Silver

Antique Victorian Citrine Amethyst Beetle Brooch 9ct Gold SilverThis pretty antique Victorian beetle brooch from the late 19th Century consists of a golden oval cut citrine abdomen (approx. 6ct) and a pale violet amethyst head (approx. 1ct). During the late 19th Century many were left longing to reconnect with the beauty of the natural world after the vast urbanisation of Great Britain. This brought about an abundance of romanticised Insect and butterfly pieces, decorated with colourful gemstones to highlight the

CONDITION: Very good – Some tarnishing along the top and within the case

It’s been beautifully preserved and is even accompanied by its original fitted box with blue leatherette exterior and burgundy velvet interior

a large honey-hued faceted glass stone draws attention

It has superb VS1 clarity - H colour and is set in a flush setting with pierced metalwork and deep grooves down the shoulders

This exquisite antique Victorian brooch is inlaid with red and blue enamel letters that spell “BABY” with green enamel leaves branching out from each side

loop) x Width 15mm x Depth 5mm – Window (13 x 17mm)

and friendship

It’s modelled in 18ct gold with a slit in the centre lined with alternating blue sapphires and twinkling old mine cut diamonds

The brooch has remained in excellent condition and is a wonderful token from such a pivotal turning point in British history

Clovers have long been associated with luck and good fortune and each leaf is said to represent faith

hung from a large 15ct gold safety pin

The belt's infinite loop and secure buckle was a popular symbol of eternal love and commitment in the Victorian era