Vintage Beetle Bracelet - Victorian 14k Bug & Mid Century 10k Gold Filled Expansion Link Statement - Diamond Garnet Insect Fine Jewelry

Incredible and rare vintage gold beetle bracelet! This amazing statement bracelet features a rare Victorian-era stag beetle (probably formerly a brooch) attached to a Mid Century-era omega-style expansion bracelet. The beetle is decorated in natural red garnets and .96 total carats in natural old cut diamonds, with green eyes (one emerald and one green glass). The bracelet secures with a hook-style clasp. A stunning and unique marriage between antique Victorian and Mid Century jewelry!

ERA - Victorian era beetle, Mid Century era bracelet

METAL / MATERIAL - 10k gold filled bracelet, 14k gold beetle, natural antique old mine cut, single cut, and rough cut diamonds (approx. .96 ctw, SI2, I1, I2 clarity due to chips, I-K color), natural modified rose cut garnets (approx. 3.84 ctw), 1 emerald (approx. .01 ct), 1 green glass

MARKINGS / HISTORY - Bracelet is marked "10-10k" with a maker's mark.

CONDITION - Good antique/vintage condition. Metal has been professionally cleaned and polished. Age appropriate patina & wear remains. Epoxy used to reinforce some stones. Some chips and abrasions to gemstones. Amazing beetle bracelet!

SIZE / MEASUREMENTS - Length: approx. 6 3/4 inches, Beetle: 1 1/2 x 3/4 inches, Band Width: 1/2 inches, Weight: 21.29 grams

PRESENTATION: Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.

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