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Antique 15ct Gold Amethyst and Pearl Insect Fly Charm Pendant
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Antique 15ct Gold Amethyst and Pearl Insect Fly Charm Pendant

1900 - 1920
Description

This beautiful Antique gold charm depicts a insect decorated with a bezel set Amethyst and many seed pearls on the wings, modelled in 15ct gold.

We have brought this piece back to life, converting it from a brooch pin into a stunning charm pendant by adding a 9ct yellow gold bail. You can now wear it on your favourite chain.

This would make a perfect gift or an addition to any collection. It is a rare find that can be treasured for a lifetime!

STONES

Amethyst

Pearl

METAL

15ct Yellow Gold - Charm

Bail Ring - 9ct Yellow Gold

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 2.1cm x 1.7cm

(including large Bail)

Measures 2.1cm x 1.2cm

(excluding bail)

WEIGHT

1.34 grams

CONDITION

This pretty charm remains in excellent condition. The stones are free from damage and secure within their settings. As mentioned, the piece has been carefully revived into a charm by expertly adding a 9ct gold bail, bringing it back to life! It would make the perfect gift for a loved one.

Item Number - 10908

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Gold Amethyst Insect Pendant to the 1900s.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1228649
Dealers Internal Reference
10908
Description
This beautiful Antique gold charm depicts a insect decorated with a bezel set Amethyst and many seed pearls on the wings, modelled in 15ct gold.
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We have brought this piece back to life, converting it from a brooch pin into a stunning charm pendant by adding a 9ct yellow gold bail.
Lancastrian Jewellers

You can now wear it on your favourite chain.

fig 1. An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes.
fig 1. Antique 15ct Gold Amethyst and Pearl Insect Fly Charm Pendant

This would make a perfect gift or an addition to any collection. It is a rare find that can be treasured for a lifetime!

STONES

Amethyst

Pearl

METAL

15ct Yellow Gold - Charm

Bail Ring - 9ct Yellow Gold

MEASUREMENTS

fig 2. An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes.
fig 2. Antique 15ct Gold Amethyst and Pearl Insect Fly Charm Pendant

Measures 2.1cm x 1.7cm

(including large Bail)

Measures 2.1cm x 1.2cm

(excluding bail)

WEIGHT

1.34 grams

CONDITION

This pretty charm remains in excellent condition. The stones are free from damage and secure within their settings. As mentioned, the piece has been carefully revived into a charm by expertly adding a 9ct gold bail, bringing it back to life! It would make the perfect gift for a loved one.

Item Number - 10908

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Gold Amethyst Insect Pendant to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228649
Dealers Internal Ref
10908
Lancastrian Jewellers
Lancastrian Jewellers
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes.
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Archive I An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes.

Antique 15ct Gold Amethyst and Pearl Insect Fly Charm Pendant

Archive II An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View II
Archive III An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View III
Archive IV An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View IV
Archive V An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View V
Archive VI An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View VI
Archive VII An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View VII
Archive VIII An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes. View VIII
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Lancastrian Jewellers
Telephone 07527 577305
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9 Dalton Square
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 1WD
United Kingdom
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An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes.
Antique 15ct Gold Amethyst and Pearl Insect Fly Charm Pendant
Ref: SA1228649
An antique 15ct yellow gold insect fly pendant featuring a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, seed pearl encrusted wings, and ruby set eyes.
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  • ObjectPendants
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material15ct Gold, Amethyst, Seed Pearl
  • ColourGold, Purple
  • MotifsFly motif, Seed pearl wings, Faceted amethyst abdomen, Suspension ring

This Victorian charm pendant takes the form of an insect fly fashioned in 15ct yellow gold with a 9ct yellow gold bail ring. The construction displays a round faceted purple amethyst abdomen, wings encrusted with seed pearls, and small red ruby eyes. The yellow gold shows polished finishes, and the interior of the display box visible in the photograph is lined with cream fabric, while the exterior is red. The piece measures 2.1cm x 1.7cm including the bail, and 2.1cm x 1.2cm excluding the bail. Designed for personal wear, the charm hangs from a chain around the neck as jewellery. The conversion from a brooch pin to a pendant allows attachment to various chains for everyday accessorising or special occasions. The compact dimensions make it a subtle addition to a collection of vintage jewellery, suitable for pairing with other gold pieces or wearing alone as a distinctive motif.

FAQs

Insect-themed jewellery became popular during the mid-to-late 19th century, driven by a Victorian fascination with natural history, entomology, and the natural world. Flies, bees, and beetles were crafted into wearable art using precious metals and gemstones, serving as both stylish accessories and subtle symbols of humility or hard work.

Antique fly charms were typically constructed using 15ct or 18ct yellow gold or silver. Wings were frequently accented with split seed pearls, while the abdomen and thorax featured gemstones such as amethysts, rubies, garnets, or diamonds to replicate natural insect markings.

Authentic pieces often feature British gold purities specific to the period, such as 15ct gold stamps (which were officially phased out in 1932), fine grain-set seed pearls, hand-engraved legs and wings, and closed-back or hand-cut gemstone settings.

An antique insect pendant can be worn suspended from a fine gold chain as a singular statement piece or layered with other antique charms and chains. It can also be converted or clipped onto a charm bracelet for an eclectic look.

Clean gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth. Avoid immersing seed pearls in water, as moisture can weaken settings or adhesives, and never use ultrasonic cleaners, steam, or chemical polishing agents on organic materials like pearls or sensitive gemstones like amethyst.
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