Victorian Diamond, Sapphire & Pearl Insect Brooch rose quartz with all the usual Deco

with all the usual Deco trappings

Not only did Ceres introduce man to settlement and agriculture

along with the words LE PLUS LOIN LE PLUS SERRE

that dangles freely from the pearl set leaf motifs

Victorian Diamond, Sapphire & Pearl Insect Brooch rose quartz with all the usual DecoDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 This gorgeous antique brooch is set with old and rose cut diamonds, pearl and a natural blue sapphire which takes centre stage. The sapphire displays a gorgeous deep blue, while the surrounding rose cuts glisten softly in the wings and body of the insect. A small natural pearl sits at the top of this gorgeous bug, with fine silver work for legs and antenna. Elegant old and rose cut diamond set flower motifs wrap around the bar