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This butterfly brooch is a marvelous example of Victorian novelty jewelry
The obsidian (volcanic glass) is unbacked and has a subtle golden glow
The clasp consists of two split links which slide together
they are typical of the marvelous work being produced in Germany during the 1950's and 60's
His work is in the collection of the Peabody Museum at Harvard University and in many private collections
Victorian Butterfly Brooch Archaeological revival This butterfly brooch is aThis butterfly brooch is a marvelous example of Victorian novelty jewelry. Here, a pair of small clam shells form the wings of the butterfly, with the marking on the shells representing the marks on a butterfly's wings. The shells are set in silver and the body is made of silver as well. The pin stem is made of brass. Note: the silver and brass used to construct this brooch is very light gauge and it should be worn with care.
