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An Edwardian Charles Horner Silver & Pearl Butterfly Brooch
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An Edwardian Charles Horner Silver & Pearl Butterfly Brooch

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Aion Jewellery
Description

A most unusual Charles Horner silver butterfly brooch. Dating from the 1900s, this gorgeous example has an openwork body set with paste diamonds and rubies. It has an articulated blister pearl to the centre for the body and another drop at the base. The pin is secured by a 'C' clasp and the brooch has the maker's mark and Sterling engraved to the reverse. A gorgeous and eye-catching piece by a great maker. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses

Date :- c.1900

Hallmarks :- marked Sterling and maker's mark

Maker :- Charles Horner

Height :- 3.5 cm

Width :- 4 cm (widest point)

Depth :- 1 cm

Date of Manufacture

Aion Jewellery has dated this Edwardian Silver Butterfly Brooch to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1243750
Dealers Internal Reference
BA534
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Description
A most unusual Charles Horner silver butterfly brooch.
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Dating from the 1900s, this gorgeous example has an openwork body set with paste diamonds and rubies.
Aion Jewellery

It has an articulated blister pearl to the centre for the body and another drop at the base. The pin is secured by a 'C' clasp and the brooch has the maker's mark and Sterling engraved to the reverse. A gorgeous and eye-catching piece by a great maker. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An Edwardian silver butterfly brooch featuring openwork wings inset with paste stones, a mother-of-pearl body, red gem eyes, and a dangling pearl drop.
fig 1. An Edwardian Charles Horner Silver & Pearl Butterfly Brooch

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses

Date :- c.1900

Hallmarks :- marked Sterling and maker's mark

Maker :- Charles Horner

Height :- 3.5 cm

Width :- 4 cm (widest point)

Depth :- 1 cm

Date of Manufacture

Aion Jewellery has dated this Edwardian Silver Butterfly Brooch to the Edwardian era.

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243750
Dealers Internal Ref
BA534
Aion Jewellery
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Specialists in 19th and 20th century jewellery.

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Archive I An Edwardian silver butterfly brooch featuring openwork wings inset with paste stones, a mother-of-pearl body, red gem eyes, and a dangling pearl drop.

An Edwardian Charles Horner Silver & Pearl Butterfly Brooch

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An Edwardian silver butterfly brooch featuring openwork wings inset with paste stones, a mother-of-pearl body, red gem eyes, and a dangling pearl drop.
An Edwardian Charles Horner Silver & Pearl Butterfly Brooch
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An Edwardian silver butterfly brooch featuring openwork wings inset with paste stones, a mother-of-pearl body, red gem eyes, and a dangling pearl drop.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Pearl, Paste
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsButterfly wings, Pearl drop, Openwork metalwork, Paste settings
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

An Edwardian sterling silver butterfly brooch designed in the distinctive style of Charles Horner, dating from the 1900s. The openwork metal wings display decorative filigree silver wirework set with paste diamond stones, while the insect head includes red paste gem eyes and a central square-cut paste stone. A carved mother-of-pearl body sits between the wings, accompanied by an articulated blister pearl drop suspended from the lower edge. The reverse holds a functional pin secured by a simple C-clasp, alongside engraved maker marks and the word Sterling. Measuring 3.5 cm high by 4 cm wide and 1 cm deep, this small accessory offers practical versatility for everyday styling. The piece attaches securely to lapels, scarves, collars or hats, bringing a touch of antique craftsmanship to contemporary outfits or adding character to a curated collection of period costume jewellery displayed on a dressing table tray.

FAQs

Edwardian butterfly jewellery from the early 20th century is characterised by delicate metalwork, naturalistic insect motifs, and the combination of silver or gold with pearls and paste stones.

Craftsmen typically utilised sterling silver or gold settings combined with seed pearls, baroque pearls, paste crystals, and occasionally enamel detailing.

Genuine pieces feature specific hallmark stamps, such as the CH makers mark alongside Chester silver hallmarks, tube hinges, and traditional C-clasps.

Antique brooches can be displayed on velvet-lined jewellery trays, presented inside framed shadow boxes as decorative wall art, or pinned to velvet cushions.

Clean silver elements carefully with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding chemical cleaners or submersion in liquid, which can cause permanent damage to soft organic pearls and foil-backed paste stones.
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