{"product_id":"antique-victorian-brooch-fly-insect-oak-leaf-bug-pin-spider-gothic-estate-jewelry-dress-accessory-rhinestone-glass-stones","title":"Antique Victorian Brooch Fly Insect Oak Leaf Bug Pin Spider Gothic Estate Jewelry Dress Accessory Rhinestone Glass Stones","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Victorian or early Edwardian gilt brooch. Rectangular frame done in a lovely botanical theme with a large maple leaf in the center and a fly off to the right side. Four faceted amber glass stones bezel set near the corners. The Victorians were a sentimental lot. Much of the jewelry of the period was themed and symbolic and this brooch is a nice example. The maple leaf symbolizes longevity and abundance while the fly, being a short lived creature, represented human mortality and secret keeping. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaybe this brooch was a wish for the long life of its wearer. Or might it have been given to assure the wearer that their secret would always be kept safe?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis brooch measures 2. 5\" x 2\" and has a \"C\" clasp. There is no maker's mark. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe pin itself is a tiny bit crooked, but it closes securely. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe glass stone on the bottom left is chipped (see last photo). Overall nice condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"swan-song-vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42408364900505,"sku":"74ENGX","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/0132\/9723\/products\/il_fullxfull.3808317157_5em2__7Um4xg.png?v=1649880904","url":"https:\/\/shopthrilling.mom\/products\/antique-victorian-brooch-fly-insect-oak-leaf-bug-pin-spider-gothic-estate-jewelry-dress-accessory-rhinestone-glass-stones","provider":"THRILLING","version":"1.0","type":"link"}