Edwardian Platinum & 18ct Gold, Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond and Natural Pearl Bug brooch feed-agegroup-adult The greatest mark of craftsmanship

The greatest mark of craftsmanship at this time was to make the metal disappear into the design and only highlight the stones

which harks back to the Carolean period

and contrast against the blue glow of the moonstones

this was not always so

They are fully hallmarked for 9ct gold and were made in Birmingham in 1949

Edwardian Platinum & 18ct Gold, Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond and Natural Pearl Bug brooch feed-agegroup-adult The greatest mark of craftsmanshipThis is the finest bug we have owned, and is set with a vibrant pink sapphire at the thorax, emerald eyes and diamond wings and abdomen . It is perched on a gold pin, which is finished with a natural pearl. The whole effect is exquisite and delightful, and the brooch looks superb on a lapel.