Victorian Pique Butterfly Brooch empire state charm this one-of-a-kind pendant is a

this one-of-a-kind pendant is a wearable piece of 19th-century artistry

we designed this dynamic necklace to build upon the lore of the Quetzalcoatl -- with a serpent being born from the winged "parent" with a pearl acorn

crafted in 18 karat gold and designed as a mano cornuto

the diamonds offer a combined weight of 2

while the 14k gold ear wires are later additions

Victorian Pique Butterfly Brooch empire state charm this one-of-a-kind pendant is aA finely executed antique brooch dating to 18701890, designed as a graceful butterfly and decorated with an intricate piqu honeycomb pattern inlaid onto tortise shell, a labor intensive technique prized in the 19th century. The precise geometric inlay creates subtle visual texture, while the butterfly motif reflects Victorian symbolism of transformation and beauty. The brooch measures 1. 3 inches by 2 inches wide and weighs 5. 2 grams, offering a