Description
Art Nouveau 15ct, 15k, 625 Gold Sapphire, Ruby & Rose cut Diamond Butterfly brooch, Circa 1895
This Exquisite Antique brooch is designed as a butterfly, beautifully made in 15ct rose gold, encrusted with Diamonds, Rubies & a Sapphire.
The head of the butterfly is mounted with a Sapphire, there are two cabochon Rubies for the eyes, two faceted Rubies for the back wings and a total of twelve, rose-cut diamonds mounted in the front wings and tail. The butterfly measures 23 x 16.5mm and is mounted on a knife edge bar brooch.
Complete with a T-bar & C-clasp fitting.
Not hallmarked – tested as 15carat gold.
The Victorians often used motifs in their jewellery designs and butterflies were very popular. The nature inspired brooch is a fine example!
MEASUREMENTS: 19.5 x 46.5mm
WEIGHT: 3.2 grams
HALLMARKS: As above
CONDITION: Good
DATE: Victorian (1837 to 1901)
Rose cut diamonds:
Considered one of the original diamond cuts, the rose cut diamond dates back to the early 1500s. With anywhere from three to 24 triangular facets, rose cut diamonds peak into a dome or kite-shape. This structure resembles the soft curve of a rose petal, hence its name.
Please note that images have been enlarged to show detail. All measurements are listed in the description. All items are Antique, Vintage and/or Pre-owned and will naturally have signs of wear & tear commensurate with age. Antique boxes are for display purposes only unless otherwise stated the item will be sent in a Leatherette & Velvet box.
