Victorian Diamond & Enamel Butterfly Brooch pre-georgian 5ct Burma no heat sapphire

5ct Burma no heat sapphire

or possibly a stylized horse-shoe for good luck

bulkier pieces

tests as pinchbeck (yellow metal)

English hallmarks date it to the year 1888

Victorian Diamond & Enamel Butterfly Brooch pre-georgian 5ct Burma no heat sapphireDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An incredible antique butterfly brooch dating from the latter half of the 19th century. It's French, set with old and rose cut diamonds, and finished in striking red, black, and cream coloured enamel. The craftsmanship is exceptional, modelled in 18 karat gold with an incredibly fine gold seam between the vitreous red and cream enamel sections. STONES 4. 06mm Old European Cut Diamond Rose Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS 4. 3 x 2.