Victorian Bohemian Garnet Insect Brooch athena This Art Deco onyx pendant

This Art Deco onyx pendant (circa 1920-1930) is 14k gold and accented with two 0

We are providing the option to purchase it with or without the adjustable 18 inch 14k gold chain depicted in the photos

The initials DLG are engraved on the reverse

This hole was drilled at a later time and is not original to the piece

and we are providing the option to purchase the pendant with or without the 20 inch 14k gold chain depicted in the photos

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Insect Brooch athena This Art Deco onyx pendantVictorian women were known to wear jewelry inspired by plants and animals including necklaces, earrings, and bracelets made to look like insects, bugs, and flowers. This antique brooch (circa 1870) features a beetle adorned with rose cut bohemian garnets mounted in silver vermeil (gold washed silver). The piece measures 0. 75 inches by 1. 7 inches long (including the protruding pin tip). It is in very good condition with slight bit of wear to the gold