Vintage 18K, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Onyx Beetle Insect Brooch TLJ edwardian The wolf is a proud

The wolf is a proud and fierce creature

hand painted enameled wafer

and hit another peak in 1922

some wear on surface

A lady in a long gown stands under a swaying tree

Vintage 18K, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Onyx Beetle Insect Brooch TLJ edwardian The wolf is a proudInsects have been popular motifs in jewelry for centuries. The ancient Egyptians famously adorned themselves with scarabs made of precious stones and gold. The Victorians adored fanciful bejeweled insects, using them to decorate their apparel and even their parasols! The trend has never gone out of style, and other noted eras have produced wonderful pieces depicting insects. During the middle of the 20th century, jewelers revived Victorian styles, and