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Victorian Tortoise Beetle Brooch, English, circa 1875.

$1,636.86
£1,200
€1,393.84
CA$2,255.18
A$2,459.59
CHF 1,302.92
MX$29,486.98
NOK 16,593.46
SEK 15,173.49
DKK 10,413.35

About the Item

Victorian tortoise beetle brooch. Set horizontally with three iridescent Brazilian tortoise leaf beetles graduating in size from the centre in closed back claw settings, to a novelty beetle brooch featuring two ivy leaf motifs with a gold bead and wire stem, each beetle collet mounted on two horizontal parallel bars and secured to the reverse with hinged pin and c-clasp. Tested yellow gold, English, circa 1875.
  • Metal:
    Yellow Gold
  • Place of Origin:
    Europe
  • Period:
    1870-1879
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1875
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 253971stDibs: LU18621356612

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