circa 1880s
The butterfly shaped brooch is finely crafted in 14K gold and silver. The brooch is embellished with old rose cut diamonds and seventeen well matched vibrant red rubies. The eyes are set with two blue sapphires.
Estimated total ruby weight is 4.27 carats.
Approximate combined diamond weight is 1 carat.
The butterfly is 43 mm (1 5/8 in.) wide and 30 mm (1 1/8 in.) high.
