Victorian Butterfly Wing "Ballerina" Pendant italian on his knees in prayer

on his knees in prayer

resting in claw mounts between elegantly curved and diamond set crossover shoulders

and black enamelled Gothic lettering IN MEMORY OF around the middle

impervious to attack by mortals' weapons on account of its magical golden fur

Victorian Butterfly Wing "Ballerina" Pendant italian on his knees in prayerDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A gorgeous antique pendant, featuring an enamelled ballerina. The dancers dress has fantastic colour palette, made from a butterfly wing. With intense shimmering blues and greens, swirls of the wing surround her, catching the light and creating great movement, as she dances. The piece itself is of a good size, and is encased within a 9k gold oval setting, with pretty detailed edges. Dates from the Victorian period, circa 1890.