Antique Turquoise and Pearl Insect Pin | 14k Gold Insect Brooch 14k gold cherubs The face of the ring

The face of the ring was originally an antique pin transformed with the addition of a matching 18k gold band

This 14k gold trombone charm slides back and forth

a carved coral cameo and a pearl and coral drop

including Cleopatra

4 inches from top to bottom by 0

Antique Turquoise and Pearl Insect Pin | 14k Gold Insect Brooch 14k gold cherubs The face of the ringVictorians were fascinated with naturalism and brought their flora and fauna indoors in the form of terrariums and small greenhouses. Victorian women were also known to wear jewelry inspired by plants and animals including necklaces, earrings, and bracelets made to look like insects, bugs, and flowers. This antique pin (circa 1880 1900) features a family of insects that swing from a golden pin. The pin is 14k gold (unmarked, but acid tested) and the