Antique Silver Gilt Butterfly Brooch / Pendant | Blue, Red & Clear Paste | Attributed to the Late Georgian Period

Rich blue, vivid red and delicate flashes of light bring this antique butterfly to life. Its gracefully outstretched wings are framed by softly aged silver, creating a beautiful contrast with the brightness of the faceted paste.

Attributed to the late Georgian period, the brooch is crafted in silver gilt, with warm gilding visible on the reverse. Elongated upper wings balance the smaller lower wings, while gently scalloped edges and slender curved antennae give the butterfly an expressive silhouette.

Each upper wing features a sapphire-blue paste, its deep colour revealing shifting shades as it catches the light. Ruby-red pastes accent the lower wings, complemented by two smaller red pastes forming the eyes.

Clear pastes with a diamond-like sparkle are closely arranged across the wings and continue down the butterfly’s body. Their varied sizes and faceted surfaces create lively reflections, beautifully offset by the darker patina of the silver settings. Subtle differences in tone and lustre add to the individual character of this antique piece.

Paste is decorative glass cut and polished for use in jewellery. All the stones in this piece are paste glass; the sapphire-blue and ruby-red descriptions refer to their colours.

A versatile piece to enjoy as a brooch on a lapel, scarf or jacket, or worn as a pendant with a suitable chain.

Details

• Period: Attributed to the late Georgian period
• Metal: Silver gilt
• Stones: Antique blue, red and clear paste glass
• Weight: Approximately 8.30g
• Dimensions: Approximately 3.3 × 3.1cm
• Blue pastes: Approximately 4mm
• Red wing pastes: Approximately 2mm
• Larger clear pastes: Approximately 3.5mm
• Wear: Brooch or pendant

Condition

Very good antique condition, with bright paste stones and beautifully preserved colour. The metal shows light surface wear and natural patina consistent with age. Please examine the photographs closely, as they form part of the description.

Care

Gently wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid immersion in water, ultrasonic cleaning and chemical cleaners to protect the antique paste, closed-back settings and gilded surface.

Shipping

【📦Worldwide shipping from London, UK】

Your jewellery will be carefully packaged for its journey. UK orders are sent by Royal Mail Special Delivery. International orders are shipped by FedEx or DHL; please provide a contact telephone number for the courier.