Victorian Agate Butterfly Brooch
Victorian Agate Butterfly Brooch
$300.00
Description
DATE: Victorian, c.1880
This charming antique brooch is modelled as a butterfly, resting upon a leafy branch. Crafted in silver throughout, the butterfly is set with various agate panels- representing it's wings and body. The leaves are wonderfully detailed and its crafted in silver throughout.
Although this beautiful insect is thought of as "Psyche" - the soul, the butterfly is also believed to be a symbol of change. Their life cycle from a humble caterpillar to a chrysalis and finally a beautiful butterfly mirrors the journey of growth and transformation.
STONES
Various Agate
MEASUREMENTS
3 x 3.4cm
WEIGHT
4.6g
MARKS
No marks present, tests as sterling silver
CONDITION
Excellent
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