A few examples of appraisal values for
BEETLE BROOCH

• DIAMOND, ENAMEL, GOLD & SILVER
  DIAMOND, ENAMEL, GOLD & SILVER BEETLE BROOCHLarge antique diamond, enamel, gold and silver topped Beetle Brooch showcasing a 2.5"L pave diamond beetle containing approximately 2cts. old European cut diamonds on the body. Mounted on a free form circular gold frame accented with green enamel foliate embellishments and completed with diamond pave border. Reverse side features a trombone clasp. Measures 3" x 1.5". Total weight 31 grams. Tested in different parts as 10K and 14K gold.
• A late Victorian gold coloured
  A late Victorian gold coloured metal mounted garnet and diamond set beetle pattern brooch the eyes and body set with a cabochon cut garnets (estimated weight 12.3ct) the thorax set with small rose cut diamonds 35mm x 22mm overall (gross weight 8.2 grammes)
• 14K GOLD & DIAMOND BEETLE
  14K GOLD & DIAMOND BEETLE BROOCHDESCRIPTION: A 14K Gold with diamonds beetle shaped brooch. With six diamonds. Marked 14K. CIRCA: 20th Century. DIMENSIONS: H:1". Total weight: 3.6 grs. Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."
• A Victorian Scarab Beetle Brooch in
  A Victorian Scarab Beetle Brooch in a winged swan motif containing two scarab beetles. 4.70 dwts.
• SET OF 4 VINTAGE BEETLE BROOCH
  SET OF 4 VINTAGE BEETLE BROOCH PINSFour gold tone brooch pins with various materials including enamel, mother of pearl, and crystal. 1st pin: 1"L x 1"W. 2nd pin: 1.25"L x 1"W. 3rd pin: 1.25"L x 0.75"W. 4th pin: 1.5"L x 1.25"W. Condition: Age related wear.
• A Blister Pearl, Diamond Gold and
  A Blister Pearl, Diamond Gold and Silver Bug Brooch Naturalistically modelled brooch in the form of a beetle, with blister pearl set body, limbs set with rose cut diamonds. Measures approx. 1/3"L x 5/8"W. Weight approx. 5.9 gm.
• 18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY BEETLE
  18K GOLD, DIAMOND AND RUBY BEETLE BROOCHDESCRIPTION: Crafted in 18k yellow gold this piece has detail throughout. The top portion of this brooch is crafted in .925 Sterling Silver, natural rubies are set along the spine of this scarab and through the head. The round and trillion cut rubies are all single cuts showing great brilliance and vibrant color approximately 3.00 cts in total. Diamonds are set throughout the piece, along the back portion and through the antennas. All diamonds on this piece are rose cuts. Approximately sixty six (66) diamonds are set throughout weighing approximately 2.00 cts in total. Final touch of detail comes with two cabochon natural emerald eyes. The brooch has a push pin locking system to securely keep it in place. It is 62 mm in length and 22 mm in width. Truly unique and one of a kind crafted in the late 1800's. CIRCA: Early 19th Cent. DIMENSIONS: CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
• VICTORIAN 14K MICRO MOSAIC SCARAB
  VICTORIAN 14K MICRO MOSAIC SCARAB BEETLE BROOCH Victorian period 14K micro mosaic scarab beetle brooch / pin, featuring a black onyx cabochon, decorated with white, red, green and yellow enameled tiles, designed as an Egyptian Revival piece, worn through fabric with pinstem, joint and fixed "C" catch. Gold tested. Measuring approx. 1 1/4" diameter, 5.9 dwt.
• A Yellow Jade and Gold Beetle
  A Yellow Jade and Gold Beetle Brooch Maker EB 14k yellow gold cast beetle pin with body out of yellow jade cabochon. Measures approx. 1-1/3"L x 1-1/4"W. Overall weight approx. 4.8 gm.
• A Victorian jewel beetle
  A Victorian jewel beetle brooch/pendant, the iridescent green body mounted with yellow metal and red paste eyes, approximately 50mm long, total gross weight approximately 4.1g
• CECIL 14K GOLD AND JADE BEETLE
  CECIL 14K GOLD AND JADE BEETLE BROOCHDESCRIPTION: A Designer 14k yellow gold beetle brooch, inserted with an oval cut spinach jade insert, beaded pearl and accented by two Garnet eyes. "Cecil 14k". Total Weight: 4.8 Grams CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: USA DIMENSIONS: 1" x 1.25" Have a similar item to sell? Contact: Info@Akibaantiques.com. CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS(305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission."
• An antique French demantoid
  An antique French demantoid garnet diamond and opal floral beetle brooch Circa 1890 platinum-topped yellow gold the flowers set with round demantoid garnets diamonds pearls and a beetle set with ruby eyes and opal wings 3.75'' x 1.75'' 27.9 gms
• 2 JEWELED BEETLE AND BEE PINS1st
  2 JEWELED BEETLE AND BEE PINS1st item: 18K yellow gold ruby, diamond and emerald beetle brooch consisting of thirty-six (36) 2.0 mm x 2.0 mm square step cut genuine red rubies surrounded by sixteen (16) .005 pt. round brilliant cut diamonds (VVS2, F) set with one (1) 4 mm x 3 mm oval cut cabochon emerald and two (2) 1.5 mm round cabochon rubies. The 18K mounting has movable legs, antenna and wings. 1-1/8" L x 3/4" W. Marked 750. 7.6 grams. 2nd item: 18K yellow gold green tourmaline, diamond and ruby bee pin consisting of one (1) 8 mm x 6 mm oval cut cabochon tourmaline, surrounded by seven (7) .02pt. and sixteen (16) .005 pt round brilliant cut diamonds (VVS2, F) set with two (2) .005 round cabochon rubies as eyes. 5/8" L x 3/4" W. Marked 750 beneath one wing. 3.3 grams. (10.9 grams total) (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Both pins in excellent condition.
• A bar brooch set with malachite
  A bar brooch set with malachite roundels the clasp marked 9ct 6.5cm (2.5") wide a stick pin with scarab beetle terminal a gem set cross etc.
• A pair of early 20th Century
  A pair of early 20th Century silvery metal cast beetle pattern hat pins steel pins 11.5ins the button pattern finials with Chafer Beetle on leaf 2.25ins diameter and eighteen other insect and butterfly pattern hat pins
• A Victorian diamond insect
  A Victorian diamond insect brooch, the creature modelled crawling up a leafy branch, 4cm long, approximately 5.8g
• A Ladies' 18k Gold and Enamel Bee
  A Ladies' 18k Gold and Enamel Bee Brooch 18k yellow gold brooch in the form of a bee decorated in green enameling and set with sapphire cabochon eyes. Measures approx. 7/8"L x 1"W. Overall weight approx. 7.3 gm.
• ESTATE DIAMOND, CORAL & EMERALD
  ESTATE DIAMOND, CORAL & EMERALD LADYBUG BROOCHEstate diamond, coral and emerald lady bug clip brooch in 18K yellow gold, stamped 2378-script C143. Known as a symbol of good luck, the exquisitely styled ladybug brooch showcases a carved natural salmon colored coral body and the shield is embellished with four .15ct. each bezel set brilliant cut diamond star accents. Completed with an approximate 7.5mm natural cabochon emerald head & fluted collar. Brooch is fitted with a double hinged clip, tested 18K yellow gold, weighs 34.4 grams and measures 2" x 1".
• TWO 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD
  TWO 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD BROOCHESTwo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Brooches, in the form of beetles, having enameling, 7/8 inches, 5.6 grams. Condition: All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
• 18K GOLD, BEETLE CARAPACE, AND
  18K GOLD, BEETLE CARAPACE, AND ENAMEL NECKLACE18K Gold, Beetle Carapace, and Enamel Necklace late 19th century; the flower and leaf motif-link necklace suspending nine drops of iridescent beetle carapace backed in gold; the flower links with light blue enamel; the leaf links with black enamel; completed with an engraved box clasp; 22.14 dwts.; lg. 15 in. Provenance: Provenance: By descent within a Bedford, New York family. The Victorian era saw a fascination with the natural world - particularly entomology. Insects - living, dead, and replicated - found their way into the jewelry and fashions of the day. This necklace is an example of the incorporation of real beetle carapaces into fine jewelry. Condition: one beetle shell cracked (furthest left); significant enamel loss throughout to flowers, leaves, and clasp; central beetle measures approx. 15 x 12 mm.
• Coro Beetle Brooch A Coro Beetle
  Coro Beetle Brooch A Coro Beetle brooch; all signed pieces are stamped. Condition: A condition statement is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Cowan's Auctions Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission and each lot is sold ''AS IS''. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Cowan's Auctions Inc. recommends that prospective bidders examine lots in person or make enquiries to the Jewelry Department concerning condition of any lots before the sale as all lots are sold in ''AS IS'' condition.
• A Diamond and Ruby Bee Brooch 14k
  A Diamond and Ruby Bee Brooch 14k white gold brooch in the form of a bee, wings set with accent diamonds, and eyes set with vivid red rubies. Measures approx. 1"L x 3/4"W. Overall weight approx. 5 gm.
• An 18ct gold and enamel ladybird
  An 18ct gold and enamel ladybird brooch, circa 1994, 22mm long approximately 5.3gm
• An Emerald Bee Brooch 14k yellow
  An Emerald Bee Brooch 14k yellow gold bee brooch set with round cut emeralds on the bod and diamond-set eyes. Measures approx. 3/4"L x 2/3"W. Weight approx. 2.6 gm.
• BROOCH - One 18K yellow gold and
  BROOCH - One 18K yellow gold and diamond bee form brooch with emerald eyes 1'' long 1 1/4'' wide fine condition.
• 14K YELLOW GOLD & SHELL BEE
  14K YELLOW GOLD & SHELL BEE BROOCH 14K yellow gold brooch, brightly polished, designed as a bee / insect, featuring a bezels set iridescent shell, worn with a joint, catch and pinstem, marked: "RAV 14K". Measuring 1 5/8" x 1 3/8", approx. 6.6 dwt.
• A giltmetal and enamel butterfly
  A giltmetal and enamel butterfly brooch, miscellaneous costume jewellery, a coral twig necklace and a gold plated compact mounted with Royal Artillery enamel badge, etc
• A Jade and Pearl Bee Brooch 14k
  A Jade and Pearl Bee Brooch 14k yellow gold brooch in the form of a bee with a jade body gold wings pearl head and accent rby eyes. Measures approx. 1-1/8"L x 1-1/8"W. Overall weight approx. 6.3 gm.
• A White Gold and Diamond Bee Brooch
  A White Gold and Diamond Bee Brooch 14k white gold brooch in the form of a bee, set with diamond melee, and accent emeralds for eyes. Overall measures approx. 1"L x 3/4"W. Overall weight approx. 4.9 gm.
• A Victorian micromosaic insect
  A Victorian micromosaic insect pendant, the central scarab beetle within an unhallmarked yellow metal frame 5cm (including bail), approximately 9.6g/See Illustration
• A VICTORIAN GOLD ARCHEOLOGICAL
  A VICTORIAN GOLD ARCHEOLOGICAL STYLE BROOCH BY JOHN BROGDEN applied with a scarab beetle, in cable and double spiral border, signed on the clasp JB on a plaque, c1870
• 14K YELLOW GOLD BEETLE
  14K YELLOW GOLD BEETLE BROOCH-PENDANT ATTRIB. TO ILIAS ...14k Yellow Gold Beetle Brooch-Pendant Attributed to Ilias Lalaounis ,stamped 585, 8.44 2.25 in. x 2.5 in. Weight 9.60 dwt Condition: Items may have wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Please contact the gallery for further details prior to bidding. Any condition statement given as a courtesy should not be treated as fact.
• 2 JEWELED BEETLE MOVABLE PINS1st
  2 JEWELED BEETLE MOVABLE PINS1st item: 18K yellow gold sapphire, diamond and ruby beetle brooch consisting of thirty-six (36) 2.0 mm square step cut blue sapphires surrounded by twenty-two (22) .005 pt. round brilliant cut diamonds (VVS2, F) set with one (1) 4 mm x 3 mm oval cut cabochon cut ruby and two (2) 1.5 mm round cabochon rubies. The 18K mounting has movable legs, antenna and wings. 1" L x 3/4" W. Marked 750. 7.9 grams. 2nd item: 18K yellow gold yellow sapphire, diamond and ruby beetle brooch consisting of twenty-six (26) marquise cut canary sapphires surrounded by twenty-six (26) .005 pt round brilliant cut diamonds (VVS2, F) set with one (1) 4 mm x 3 mm oval cut cabochon ruby and two (2) 1 mm round cabochon rubies as eyes. The 18K mounting has movable legs, antenna and wings. 1" L x 3/4" W. Marked 750. 8.1 grams. (16 grams total) (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com) Condition: Both pins in excellent condition.
• Victorian Nine-Karat Gold,
  Victorian Nine-Karat Gold, Silver, Tiger-Eye and Diamond Bee Brooch, ca. 1870, the thorax and abdomen fashioned of tiger-eye quartz, the wings set with rose-cut diamonds and ruby eyes.
• A late Victorian gold coloured
  A late Victorian gold coloured metal bee pattern hat pin 6ins steel pin the bee with citrine body seed pearl set wings and red paste eyes .375ins x .5ins overall and fourteen other novelty glass and semi-precious set stone hat pins
• A Ruby Bee Brooch 14k yellow gold
  A Ruby Bee Brooch 14k yellow gold bee shape brooch set with accent rubies eyes set with round cut diamonds. Measures approx. 3/4"L x 2/3"W. Overall weight approx. 2.5 gm.