Victorian Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch tooth flanked by diamond-set stepped shoulders

flanked by diamond-set stepped shoulders - also finished in fine millegrain

is exceptionally well executed

Makers mark J A & S

depicting life-like natural subjects

Victorian Multi-Gem Butterfly Brooch tooth flanked by diamond-set stepped shouldersDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 This gorgeous Victorian butterfly brooch is set with an array of glistening gemstones. The body is set with four graduated fiery opals, which display colours of blue, purple, green and red, with a natural sapphire that tops the stones. The wings are spread and set with charming little rose cuts with ruby and sapphire edges, with additional ruby set eyes. Featuring fine gold work for legs and antennae, it's crafted in 14k gold