Early Victorian Brass Red Vauxhall Glass Butterfly Pin Amethyst The old Mine Cut diamonds

The old Mine Cut diamonds weigh approximately

mid-step legs and a bright yellow eye

color in the I-J range

this pin would be a wonderful addition to any Victorian collection

The diamonds have a total approximate carat weight of

Early Victorian Brass Red Vauxhall Glass Butterfly Pin Amethyst The old Mine Cut diamondsVauxhall glass (also known as "mirror glass") refers to a specific style of colored glass production originating in the Georgian era. The colorful molded glass was backed in silver to create a reflective "mirror" below the surface, which creates a unique light catching quality. The colors often included deep, rich shades of red, purple, white, and black (sometimes mistaken for jet), and were generally mounted in brass. Antique Vauxhall glass jewelry