This Victorian bug brooch is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features an 11.00 carat cabochon emerald forming the body. Green enamel wings, diamond accents, and articulated figural details create a richly decorated insect motif characteristic of Victorian jewelry.
Professionally inspected by a GIA-certified gemologist to ensure authenticity and quality.
The cabochon emerald weighs 11.00 carats and is accented by an estimated 1.00 carat total weight of diamonds. The brooch contains 28 diamonds in total, arranged across the wings and head. Green enamel panels define the wings, while the sculpted legs, antennae, and gold body create a dimensional composition. The brooch measures approximately 1.50 inches.
Victorian insect jewelry often carried symbolic associations with transformation, vitality, and the natural world. Bug and beetle motifs became especially notable during the 19th century, when jewelers combined realistic forms with colorful enamel and important gemstones.
Details
Era: Victorian
Metal: 18K yellow gold
Gemstones: Emerald and diamonds
Gemstone Details: estimated 11.00 carat cabochon emerald with an estimated 1.00 carat total weight of diamonds; 28 diamonds in total
Dimensions: Approximately 1.50 inches
Condition: Excellent; professionally inspected
This Victorian emerald, diamond, and enamel bug brooch is notable for its substantial cabochon emerald, detailed green enamel wings, and intricate figural construction. Its important gemstone center and period design make it a collectible example of Victorian insect jewelry.
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