Antique spider brooch, 9ct gold, Peridot and paste

A fantastic antique, Edwardian 9ct gold spider brooch.

The body is made up of a vibrant green round faceted paste stone and the head is a light green peridot stone.

All set in 9ct yellow gold and mounted onto a 9ct gold bar brooch the bar has kite shaped finial ends, this is a versatile piece and would also make a great tie or cravat pin..

The Victorian's began somewhat of an obsession with insect themed jewels from scarabs to spiders, entomology was increasingly popular with insects appearing in many places not least jewellery.

They were seen as an exotic fashion and this carried on into the early 20th century.

Marked 9ct on fastener.

It has a pin and a c type clasp fastener.

Condition:
Good used condition overall, very slight bend in the pin brooch in two places, light patina and surface wear commensurate with age.

Approx measurements
Spider length 0.5"
Bar 1.75" width

Weight approx 1.37 grams

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