Victorian Bohemian Garnet Insect Brooch athena symbolize innocence and divinity

symbolize innocence and divinity

This Art Deco onyx pendant (circa 1920-1930) is 14k gold and accented with two 0

The ring is in very good condition with light surface wear to the band

The initials DLG are engraved on the reverse

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Insect Brooch athena symbolize innocence and divinityVictorian women were known to wear jewelry inspired by plants and animals including necklaces, earrings, and bracelets made to look like insects, bugs, and flowers. This antique brooch (circa 1870) features a beetle adorned with rose cut bohemian garnets mounted in silver vermeil (gold washed silver). The piece measures 0. 75 inches by 1. 7 inches long (including the protruding pin tip). It is in very good condition with slight bit of wear to the gold