Antique Silver, Chrysoprase & Paste Insect Brooch goddess inspired by royal cameo collectors

inspired by royal cameo collectors Queen Victoria and Emperor Napoleon Buonaparte

The signet ring was typically worn on the pinkie finger

the miniatures were treasured and passed down in families

Whether simple or elaborate

Some wear on enamel

Antique Silver, Chrysoprase & Paste Insect Brooch goddess inspired by royal cameo collectorsThe Aesthetic Period during the Victorian Era brought a more light hearted feel to the jewelry designs, with fanciful animal and insect motifs becoming quite popular. Worn by themselves, or enmasse, they could be seen on ladies' cloaks, hats and even parasols! Crafted in sterling silver, this wonderful bee brooch has a mesmerizing faux cats eye chrysoprase stone. Paste diamonds adorn the thorax and wings and red paste stones serve as the eyes. A