Vintage 18K, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Onyx Beetle Insect Brooch TLJ edwardian and hit another peak in

and hit another peak in 1922

this vicious little fellow has beautiful

hand painted enameled wafer

Mythical creatures have always held an allure for us mere mortals

some wear on surface

Vintage 18K, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Onyx Beetle Insect Brooch TLJ edwardian and hit another peak inInsects have been popular motifs in jewelry for centuries. The ancient Egyptians famously adorned themselves with scarabs made of precious stones and gold. The Victorians adored fanciful bejeweled insects, using them to decorate their apparel and even their parasols! The trend has never gone out of style, and other noted eras have produced wonderful pieces depicting insects. During the middle of the 20th century, jewelers revived Victorian styles, and