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Victorian Emerald Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Weevil Beetle Insect Stickpin

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Designed as a weevil insect with a largely domed abdomen decorated with lines of rose cut diamonds alternating with black enamel stripes Thorax is comprised of central cushion cut emerald, transparent and bright verdant green in color, flanked by two more rose cut diamonds Completed by two round cabochon ruby eyes; violetish-red in color and very well-matched Tested as 14 karat gold Circa: 1880 Weevil measures: 23.0 x 11.2 mm Total length: 2 3/8 inches Total weight: 5.0 grams Decorous. Curious. Critter. Stock Number: We-4346
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