Antique Insect Earrings | 14k Gold Sapphire and Pearl Fly or Bee Earrings Jewish gift representing ultimate suffering and triumph

representing ultimate suffering and triumph

A rare and romantic jewel

The brooch is marked for 14k gold and is in very good condition with minimal enamel loss

Shakudo pieces were used to decorate armor and were later incorporated into jewelry and art

It is in good condition with some chipping to the enamel near the center of the flower (only visible under magnification)

Antique Insect Earrings | 14k Gold Sapphire and Pearl Fly or Bee Earrings Jewish gift representing ultimate suffering and triumphAdd a touch of nature inspired beauty to any ensemble with these elegant dangle earrings. The unique earrings date to the late Victorian era (circa 1890 1900). They feature sapphire and pearl insects resting atop shimmery gold leaves with matching pearl surmounts. The earrings are unmarked, but acid test for 14k gold. They measure 1. 3 inches from top to bottom by 0. 4 inches wide. The earrings are in good condition; however, there is a bit of lead