Lot 407 , A Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch, late 19th century

A Victorian sapphire and diamond brooch, late 19th century, modelled as a bee, its thorax set with a cushion-shaped diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carats, its head, wings and abdomen set with rose-cut diamonds and cushion-shaped diamonds, its eyes set with cabochon rubies, mounted in gold, wingspan 4.1cm
£1,000-1,500

Condition:
A beautiful example in good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Gross weight approximately 6 grams.

Sold for £1,100