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A Fine Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1930
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A Fine Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1930

1920 - 1940
Sold 8 September 2025 · Robert Belcher Antiques
This “Fine Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1930” found a buyer.

It was listed by Robert Belcher Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

This beautiful silver filigree work butterfly brooch dates to circa 1930 and would most likely have originated from Malta or Italy, where this fine work was popular.

The brooch has a hinged pin which is stamped with continental silver marks and also fitted with a safety catch.

The fine butterfly design has been finely hand made from silver wire, worked and soldered into numerous patterns and shapes to produce this beautiful brooch which is in very good original condition.

Continental, circa 1930

Height 3cm x width 6.5cm x depth 1.5

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152562
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This beautiful silver filigree work butterfly brooch dates to circa 1930 and would most likely have originated from Malta or Italy, where this fine work was popular.
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The brooch has a hinged pin which is stamped with continental silver marks and also fitted with a safety catch.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. A close-up photograph of an intricate silver filigree butterfly brooch featuring delicate openwork metal wire and a textured body.
fig 1. A Fine Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1930

The fine butterfly design has been finely hand made from silver wire, worked and soldered into numerous patterns and shapes to produce this beautiful brooch which is in very good original condition.

Continental, circa 1930

Height 3cm x width 6.5cm x depth 1.5

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1152562
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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A Fine Silver Filigree Butterfly Brooch, Circa 1930

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Worcestershire
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Verified Since Jul 2017
Items For Sale 407
Items Sold 679
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
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A close-up photograph of an intricate silver filigree butterfly brooch featuring delicate openwork metal wire and a textured body.
A fine silver filigree butterfly brooch, circa 1930
Ref: SA1152562
A close-up photograph of an intricate silver filigree butterfly brooch featuring delicate openwork metal wire and a textured body.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsButterfly motif, Filigree openwork, Twisted wire construction
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

Filigree work involves delicate twisting and soldering of fine metal threads, a technique that experienced a revival during the Art Deco era to create intricate, lightweight ornamental pieces.

Authentic period pieces are typically crafted from sterling or continental silver wire, often featuring fine granulation and openwork construction without the use of heavy cast backing plates.

Authenticity is determined by examining the soldering joints under magnification, checking for period-appropriate pin mechanisms, and looking for makers marks or silver purity stamps.

These pieces can be worn pinned to lapels, silk scarves, or hat bands to introduce historical texture and metallic accenting to contemporary outfits.

Due to its fragile openwork structure, filigree should be cleaned gently using a soft-bristled brush and mild soapy water, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage delicate soldering.
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