Victorian Demantoid Garnet & Pearl Plique-à-Jour Pendant objects with clear French hallmarks on

with clear French hallmarks on the concealed clasp

larger than usual

and original leather back

some light wear commensurate with age

Victorian Demantoid Garnet & Pearl Plique-à-Jour Pendant objects with clear French hallmarks onDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 Utterly charming little bug charm set with pearls and green (demantiod) garnets, and gorgeous pale purple plique jour enamelled wings. Dating from the late Victorian period, it features a loop of chain attached to its two proboscises meaning it can be worn as a solitaire pendant, or a charm on a bracelet or necklace. The wings (and arguably the garnets) really set it aside from your usual bug charms crafted in 15 karat gold,