Adorable Victorian Fly Stud Earrings modelled in high carat gold, the thorax and abdomen set with turquoise, the wings set with three rose cut diamonds, graduating in size, on each wing.
The gold heads are set with two tiny ruby eyes.
Gold rod back with butterfly fasteners.
 
Victorians were fascinated by entomology due to a combination of scientific curiosity, artistic inspiration, and a sense of nostalgia for a rural past. The study of insects provided a window into the natural world, a way to classify and understand the complexities of the natural order. Insects also appeared in art, fashion, and literature, embodying a sense of beauty and mystery.
 
The earrings weigh 2.3g
Measure - 16mmx 10mm
English circa 1880
Excellent condition