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Victorian 0.15ct Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Bug Brooch, c.1880s

Victorian 0.15ct Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Bug Brooch, c.1880s

This charming gem set fly brooch was created in the Victorian era. The thorax of the fly is made of a old cut blue sapphire, while the abdomen is a white pearl. The wings are set with rose cut diamonds. There is incredible detail to the legs of the fly. The little bug is made of silver and 15 carat rose gold, a popular combination of metals from that time.

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Victorian 0.15ct Sapphire, Pearl and Diamond Bug Brooch, c.1880s