Antique Diamond Ruby and Onyx Insect Pendant of 14k Gold snake earrings The face of the ring

The face of the ring measures

Scotland (circa 1973-1974)

The golden hand was originally a 14k gold vintage pin (circa 1950-1960) transformed with the addition of a 14k gold jump ring bail

The bee is mounted in 14k gold and we are providing the option to purchase the pendant with or without the 17 inch 10k gold chain depicted in the photos

the flower on this particular pendant is a lily of the valley

Antique Diamond Ruby and Onyx Insect Pendant of 14k Gold snake earrings The face of the ringDramatic and rare, this antique pendant (circa 18801900) began life as a brooch and was later converted with the addition of an antique silver topped 14k gold bail. The jewel features a finely rendered insect in platinum, its body accented with sparkling diamonds and vivid rubies, perched atop a sleek oval onyx plaque framed in warm 14k gold. The interplay of materials platinum, ruby, diamond, and onyx reflects the late Victorian fascination with both