Victorian Bohemian Garnet Insect Brooch athena The initials DLG are engraved

The initials DLG are engraved on the reverse

symbolize innocence and divinity

It is marked 14k gold and in very good condition and can be worn by itself or as a charm bracelet

45 inches from top to bottom (not including the jump ring bail) by 0

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

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Insect Brooch athena The initials DLG are engravedVictorian 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