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Sterling Silver John Atkins Turquoise Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch
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Sterling Silver John Atkins Turquoise Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 November 2024 · Corvidae Antique
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Description

A pretty Edwardian silver butterfly brooch by John Atkins & Sons with beautiful bright turquoise blue and red guilloche enamel wings.

Marked STERLING SILVER on the reverse, alongside the John Atkins maker's mark and the (design?) number i086.

The brooch is in good antique condition although there is some enamel loss to the green body, see photos. Fixes with a sturdy C clasp.

Size: Approx 1.8 x 3.3cm.

Weight: 3.5g.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
1.8cm (0.71")
Width
3.3cm (1.30")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Corvidae Antique has dated this Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087908
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Description
A pretty Edwardian silver butterfly brooch by John Atkins & Sons with beautiful bright turquoise blue and red guilloche enamel wings.
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Marked STERLING SILVER on the reverse, alongside the John Atkins maker's mark and the (design?) number i086.
Corvidae Antique
fig 1. A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box.
fig 1. Sterling Silver John Atkins Turquoise Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch

The brooch is in good antique condition although there is some enamel loss to the green body, see photos. Fixes with a sturdy C clasp.

Size: Approx 1.8 x 3.3cm.

Weight: 3.5g.

FREE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING!

Antique boxes pictured are for display only and not included unless specified; your item will come in a new box *

Height
1.8cm (0.71")
Width
3.3cm (1.30")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Corvidae Antique has dated this Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087908
Corvidae Antique
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Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2020

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Archive I A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Sterling Silver John Atkins Turquoise Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch

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Archive III A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box. View III
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Archive V A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box. View V
Archive VI A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box. View VI
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A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box.
Sterling Silver John Atkins Turquoise Blue Enamel Butterfly Brooch
Ref: SA1087908
A sterling silver butterfly brooch featuring vibrant blue guilloche enamel and small red circular accents, resting inside a vintage fitted presentation box.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling silver, vitreous enamel
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsButterfly silhouette, Guilloche enamel wings, Silver wirework antennae
  • SizeH 1.8 cm (1 in) x W 3.3 cm (1 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Enamel butterfly brooches gained immense popularity during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, as nature-inspired motifs became symbols of transformation, rebirth, and the romanticism of the natural world.

These pieces typically feature sterling silver frames combined with vitreous enamel applied using techniques such as plique-a-jour or guilloche, often finished with hand-painted details.

Authentic pieces usually display traditional hallmarks on the reverse, natural ageing characteristics in the metal, and hand-applied enamel work that shows subtle variations under magnification compared to modern machine-made items.

An antique brooch can be displayed as a miniature work of art by mounting it within a shadow box frame or placing it on a specialist velvet stand within a cabinet of curiosities.

Enamel is sensitive to impact, harsh chemicals, and prolonged direct sunlight. Clean gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and store separately in a padded jewellery box to prevent scratching.
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