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Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895
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Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

19th century
For Sale by AC Silver
Description

A stunning, fine and impressive antique hot enamel, 0.02 carat garnet, 0.10 carat diamond, pearl and 12 carat yellow gold dragonfly brooch - boxed; part of our Victorian insect brooches collection.

This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian brooch has been crafted in 12ct yellow gold.

The antique Victorian brooch has been modelled in the form of a dragonfly.

The yellow gold paired wings are embellished with stunning graduating hot enamel, each accented with a single pavé set Dutch cut diamond.

The thorax of the dragonfly is ornamented with six further pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, in an oval setting; these diamonds create a desirable antique aesthetic.

The abdomen of the insect is embellished with impressive, elongated pearl.

The dragonfly's legs and antennae are crafted in 12ct yellow gold, and the eyes are represented by two collet set cabochon cut garnets, totalling 0.02cts.

This impressive insect brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and C shaped clasp fastening.

This impressive antique dragonfly brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 carat gold.

This stunning brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.

This impressive Victorian insect brooch is fitted to the original hinged leatherette presentation box, with a satin and velvet lined interior, securing with a hinged catch.

The interior of the box cover bears the retailer's mark 'Russell’s Ltd, Est 1745, 10 Exchange St Manchester, 18 Church St Liverpool'.

This stunning hand-crafted brooch is one of the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

The pearl and enamel dragonfly brooch in gold combines refined craftsmanship with symbolic and decorative appeal. The dragonfly motif, often associated with transformation and renewal, adds narrative depth, while the enamel detailing and pearls create contrast through colour and soft lustre. This style of brooch is particularly suited to milestone birthdays, anniversaries, retirement gifts, or meaningful life transitions, especially for those who appreciate antique or vintage jewellery with individuality and character rather than purely conventional designs.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This impressive Victorian insect brooch is excellent quality, set with an impressive pearl displaying fine colour and lustre.

The impressive garnets display fine colour and brilliance.

The brooch is a superior gauge of gold for its type and is in excellent condition.

The original box has some surface wear, in keeping with age.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of dragonfly jewellery.

Garnet Quality

Cut Cabochon

Content 0.02 carat

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) K

Clarity (average grades) P2

Cut Dutch

Content 0.10 carat

Number of Diamonds

10

Dimensions

Length of setting 3.6cm/1.42'

Width of setting 4.2cm/1.65'

Across pin 3.15cm/1.24'

Height of setting 7.7mm/0.3'

Weight

7.88 grams

Date: Circa 1895

SKU: C9807

Physical Dimensions
Height
0.77cm (0.30")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
3.6cm (1.42")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Gold Enamel Dragonfly Brooch to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235926
Dealers Internal Reference
C9807
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Description
A stunning, fine and impressive antique hot enamel, 0.02 carat garnet, 0.
“
10 carat diamond, pearl and 12 carat yellow gold dragonfly brooch - boxed; part of our Victorian insect brooches collection.
AC Silver

This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian brooch has been crafted in 12ct yellow gold.

fig 1. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 1. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

The antique Victorian brooch has been modelled in the form of a dragonfly.

The yellow gold paired wings are embellished with stunning graduating hot enamel, each accented with a single pavé set Dutch cut diamond.

fig 2. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 2. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

The thorax of the dragonfly is ornamented with six further pavé set Dutch cut diamonds, in an oval setting; these diamonds create a desirable antique aesthetic.

The abdomen of the insect is embellished with impressive, elongated pearl.

fig 3. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 3. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

The dragonfly's legs and antennae are crafted in 12ct yellow gold, and the eyes are represented by two collet set cabochon cut garnets, totalling 0.02cts.

This impressive insect brooch secures to the reverse with a hinged pin and C shaped clasp fastening.

fig 4. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 4. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

This impressive antique dragonfly brooch has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 carat gold.

This stunning brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.

fig 5. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 5. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

This impressive Victorian insect brooch is fitted to the original hinged leatherette presentation box, with a satin and velvet lined interior, securing with a hinged catch.

The interior of the box cover bears the retailer's mark 'Russell’s Ltd, Est 1745, 10 Exchange St Manchester, 18 Church St Liverpool'.

fig 6. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 6. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

This stunning hand-crafted brooch is one of the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

The pearl and enamel dragonfly brooch in gold combines refined craftsmanship with symbolic and decorative appeal. The dragonfly motif, often associated with transformation and renewal, adds narrative depth, while the enamel detailing and pearls create contrast through colour and soft lustre. This style of brooch is particularly suited to milestone birthdays, anniversaries, retirement gifts, or meaningful life transitions, especially for those who appreciate antique or vintage jewellery with individuality and character rather than purely conventional designs.

fig 7. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 7. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This impressive Victorian insect brooch is excellent quality, set with an impressive pearl displaying fine colour and lustre.

fig 8. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 8. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

The impressive garnets display fine colour and brilliance.

The brooch is a superior gauge of gold for its type and is in excellent condition.

The original box has some surface wear, in keeping with age.

fig 9. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 9. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of dragonfly jewellery.

Garnet Quality

Cut Cabochon

Content 0.02 carat

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) K

Clarity (average grades) P2

fig 10. An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
fig 10. Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

Cut Dutch

Content 0.10 carat

Number of Diamonds

10

Dimensions

Length of setting 3.6cm/1.42'

Width of setting 4.2cm/1.65'

Across pin 3.15cm/1.24'

Height of setting 7.7mm/0.3'

Weight

7.88 grams

Date: Circa 1895

SKU: C9807

Height
0.77cm (0.30")
Width
4.2cm (1.65")
Depth
3.6cm (1.42")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Gold Enamel Dragonfly Brooch to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235926
Dealers Internal Ref
C9807
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Archive I An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.

Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895

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Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE2 2SU
United Kingdom
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An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
Antique Enamel Garnet 0.10ct Diamond Pearl and 12ct Yellow Gold Dragonfly Brooch Circa 1895
Ref: SA1235926
An antique late Victorian dragonfly brooch crafted in yellow gold with yellow enamel wings, garnet eyes, rose-cut diamond accents, and a elongated natural pearl abdomen.
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  • ObjectBrooches & Pins
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLate Victorian
  • MaterialYellow Gold, Enamel, Pearl, Garnet, Diamond
  • ColourYellow
  • MotifsDragonfly motif, enamel wings, pearl abdomen, rose-cut diamonds
  • SizeH 0.77 cm (0 in) x W 4.2 cm (2 in) x D 3.6 cm (1 in)

This late Victorian dragonfly brooch dates from circa 1895 and is modelled in 12 carat yellow gold. The insect features graduated hot enamel wings in yellow, orange, and green tones, accented with pavé set diamonds and smaller diamonds embellishing the thorax. Two collet set cabochon cut garnets form the eyes, while the long abdomen consists of an elongated pearl. Yellow gold forms the legs and antennae, and a hinged pin with a C-shaped clasp fastens to the reverse. The brooch measures 0.77 cm high, 4.2 cm wide, and 3.6 cm deep. In a home today, this piece is worn as a personal accessory pinned to garments such as lapels, scarves, or collars. The design integrates into formal or traditional attire, adding a historic decorative element to outfits for events, gatherings, or everyday wear. The construction combines gemstones with gold metalwork typical of late nineteenth-century jewellery production.

During the late Victorian era, naturalism and insect motifs gained widespread popularity, driven by a cultural fascination with botany, entomology, and symbolic natural forms.

Craftsmen combined gold or silver mounts with vitreous enamel techniques, often setting pieces with natural pearls, rose-cut diamonds, and coloured gemstones such as garnets.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-applied enamel work, tube or C-clasp closures, extended pin stems, and period-appropriate gemstone cuts like rose cuts.

These versatile pieces can be worn on coat lapels, scarves, or velvet ribbons, and are also frequently showcased inside glass display frames or jewellery trinket trays.

Clean gently using a soft, dry cloth. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, moisture, and chemical solutions, as these can cause irreparable damage to delicate vitreous enamel and organic pearls.
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