Antique Silver, Chrysoprase & Paste Insect Brooch goddess or having served his country

or having served his country during the Victorian Era and beyond

Some wear on enamel

the flower gained global recognition with the Rogers & Hammerstein hit musical "The Sound of Music"

Marks: SH on clasp

Antique Silver, Chrysoprase & Paste Insect Brooch goddess or having served his countryThe 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