Lot 534 , A fine and unusual gem-set, pearl, enamel and diamond butterfly brooch, circa 1900

A fine and unusual gem-set, pearl, enamel and diamond butterfly brooch, circa 1900, its thorax set with a cushion-shaped diamond weighing approximately 0.30 carats, its eyes set with circular-cut rubies, a pearl measuring approximately 7.4 x 7.4 x 12mm forming its abdomen, its wings applied with iridescent enamel with a matte finish, set with clusters of cushion-shaped rubies, demantoid garnets and sapphires, within borders of single-cut diamonds, mounted in gold and platinum, wingspan 6cm, gross weight approximately 19 grams
£1,000-1,500

Condition:
Very good condition, screw in brooch fitting soldered. Pearl untested, may be later replaced. Gold chain unmarked, 4 grams. Nicely made.

Sold for £5,000