{"title":"Animal Jewelry","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-cut-steel-butterfly-brooch-antique-silver-tone-brooch","title":"Victorian Cut Steel Butterfly Brooch Antique Silver Tone Brooch","description":"There is a special kind of magic in cut steel jewelry. At first glance it appears dark and understated, but with the slightest movement it comes alive, scattering flashes of light like a constellation against the night sky. This delightful butterfly seems poised for flight, its wings formed from hundreds of individually faceted steel studs that shimmer with every turn. During the nineteenth century, cut steel jewels were prized for their ability to rival the sparkle of gemstones while displaying extraordinary craftsmanship, and few subjects suited the technique more perfectly than the butterfly, a timeless symbol of beauty, transformation, and joy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandcrafted in about 1870, this butterfly brooch is composed of meticulously faceted cut steel elements, each individually riveted by hand to create a dazzling surface of reflected light. The brooch measures 47.4 millimeters north to south, 67.1 millimeters across, and 8 millimeters deep. It weighs a substantial 20.3 grams and remains unmarked. The openwork design allows light to pass through the piece, enhancing the brilliance of the polished steel facets and highlighting the remarkable labor involved in its creation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore the widespread availability of electric lighting, cut steel jewelry was designed to sparkle dramatically in candlelight and gaslight, making it a favorite for evening wear. More than a century later, this remarkable butterfly still performs exactly as intended, catching the light with every movement and showcasing a level of hand craftsmanship that is rarely encountered today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI offer free layaway on most items purchased for full retail price, please inquire if you are interested in setting up a layaway. We ship when payment is complete and items purchased or payments made on layaway are eligible for store credit only.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI always want you to be happy with every aspect of your purchase. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason simply let me know and we'll work together to get the item returned for a full refund. I guarantee that my pictures and descriptions are as accurate as possible. My goal is to exceed your best expectations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItem id: BHA24700VA","brand":"Antiquaria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48495822733566,"sku":"BHA24700VA","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0468\/8377\/files\/Victorian_Cut_Steel_Butterfly_Brooch_Antique_Silver_Tone_Brooch.jpg?v=1782836114"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.victoriasterlingjewelry.com\/collections\/animal-jewelry.oembed","provider":"Victoria Sterling","version":"1.0","type":"link"}