Antique Victorian Sardonyx Fly Motif Brooch in 14k Yellow Gold – circa 1870
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Brooch – circa 1870 – three-dimensional, elaborately crafted brooch with a fly motif. The body consists of solid sardonyx with a finely carved animal motif, set in a circumferential 585/1000 yellow gold (14 karat) bezel. The natural layering of the sardonyx creates a striking light-dark contrast.
- Era: Victorian, circa 1870
- Material: 585/1000 Yellow Gold (14 Karat); Sardonyx; Agate
- Technique: Goldsmith work with three-dimensional stone carving
- Dimensions: Width approx. 3.5 cm · Length approx. 4.6 cm
- Design: Oval brooch with a sculptural fly motif
Animal motifs made of sardonyx were particularly popular in the 19th century and demonstrate the high craftsmanship of stone carving at that time. The very good preservation and precise workmanship make this brooch a characteristic unique piece of Victorian jewelry design.
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