3.11 ct Diamond and Synthetic Ruby, 15 ct Yellow Gold Insect Brooch - Antique Victorian

Description This stunning antique brooch has been crafted in 15ct yellow gold with a silver setting. The antique brooch has been modelled in the form of a stylised bee/winged insect. The thorax of the insect is ornamented with an old round cut synthetic* ruby, encircled with eleven diamonds in a combination of Old Dutch and Old round cut. The large striped abdomen of this stylised winged insect is defined with 15ct yellow gold decorated borders and embellished further with Old Dutch and Old round cut diamonds, graduating in size depending on location. The paired, pierced decorated wings are embellished with curvilinear bands incorporating one hundred and eighty-seven diamonds . The head of this impressive insect brooch is embellished with an Old Dutch cut diamond, accented with two cabochon synthetic ruby representing the eyes. The insect has two bifurcating stylised antennae ornamented with old Dutch cut and round cut diamonds to the swept terminals. The legs of the insect are realistically modelled in 15ct yellow gold . This 1880s brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and security clasp. The insect brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report card . This antiq