Victorian Bee Brooch ring somewhat unusual)

somewhat unusual)

One stone is a possible replacement

stamped 585 (14ct gold) inside the band

tested as 15 carat gold

as the diamond moves through the light

Victorian Bee Brooch ring somewhat unusual)An incredible Victorian bee brooch dating from the latter half of the 19th century, circa 1880. The bee, a bumblebee no less, is exquisitely formed, with alternating bands of diamonds and black enamel forming its stripy abdomen, a raspberry pink cabochon garnet thorax, ruby eyes, and diamonds set onto its wings and the ends of its antennae. It's crafted in 18 carat gold and silver, and features a screw thread on the back which will have originally