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An 18ct Gold & Amethyst Edwardian Spider Brooch
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An 18ct Gold & Amethyst Edwardian Spider Brooch

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Aion Jewellery
Description

A stunning 18ct gold bar brooch, dating from the elegant Edwardian era. The rectangular frame has an applied wire-work spider, set with facet cut amethysts to the body and head. To the reverse, the pin is secured with a 'C' clasp.

The Victorians and Edwardians loved insect themed jewellery and this lovely example is both eye-catching and wearable. 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 :- Unmarked but tests as 18ct gold

Height :- 1.5 cm

Width :- 6 cm

Date of Manufacture

Aion Jewellery has dated this Edwardian Gold Spider Brooch to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1243775
Dealers Internal Reference
BA396
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Description
A stunning 18ct gold bar brooch, dating from the elegant Edwardian era.
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The rectangular frame has an applied wire-work spider, set with facet cut amethysts to the body and head.
Aion Jewellery

To the reverse, the pin is secured with a 'C' clasp.

fig 1. An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone.
fig 1. An 18ct Gold & Amethyst Edwardian Spider Brooch

The Victorians and Edwardians loved insect themed jewellery and this lovely example is both eye-catching and wearable. 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 :- Unmarked but tests as 18ct gold

Height :- 1.5 cm

Width :- 6 cm

Date of Manufacture

Aion Jewellery has dated this Edwardian Gold Spider Brooch to the 1900s.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243775
Dealers Internal Ref
BA396
Aion Jewellery
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Specialists in 19th and 20th century jewellery.

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Archive I An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone.

An 18ct Gold & Amethyst Edwardian Spider Brooch

Archive II An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone. View II
Archive III An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone. View VI
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An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone.
An 18ct Gold & Amethyst Edwardian Spider Brooch
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An Edwardian 18ct gold bar brooch featuring a central spider motif set with an oval-cut purple amethyst and a smaller round stone.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • Material18ct Gold, Amethyst
  • ColourGold, Purple
  • MotifsSpider motif, Oval-cut amethyst, Bar pin setting, Bezel setting
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 6 cm (2 in)

An Edwardian bar brooch from the 1900 period takes the form of a rectangular gold metal strip adorned with a detailed wire-work spider motif at the centre. The spider incorporates an oval-cut purple amethyst body alongside a smaller round stone set in bezels, while the reverse holds a secure C clasp fastener. The whole item measures 1.5 cm high and 6 cm wide. Today, wearable accessories of this type serve as subtle decorative accents on lapels, scarves or collars for everyday wear or formal occasions. The gold and purple hues contrast against the neutral textured background visible in the room, while the fine wire limbs and faceted stones demonstrate traditional jewellery crafting techniques of the era without any modern alterations or visible damage.

FAQs

During the Edwardian era, nature-inspired and novelty jewellery depicting insects such as spiders, beetles, and bees gained popularity, symbolic of good fortune and fine craftsmanship.

Edwardian brooches were typically crafted using 15ct or 18ct gold, platinum, and natural gemstones like amethysts, garnets, and seed pearls mounted on slender bar pins.

Authentic Edwardian brooches often feature specific hallmarks, fine wirework legs, millegrain edging around collet-set gemstones, and long steel or gold pins extending beyond the bar mechanism.

An antique insect brooch can be worn on coat lapels, silk scarves, or velvet ribbons, or displayed in a glass shadow box or velvet jewellery tray.

Clean the piece gently using a soft-bristled brush and lukewarm soapy water, avoiding harsh chemicals, and store it in a dry fabric-lined box to prevent scratches.
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