Mid-Century Italian Gilt and Crystal Beetle Brooch 3/7/26 amethyst has long been revered

amethyst has long been revered for its spiritual significance

Housed in its original ornate

the chrysanthemum is a revered symbol of nobility and longevity

Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik (WMF)

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Mid-Century Italian Gilt and Crystal Beetle Brooch 3/7/26 amethyst has long been revered1 3 4"L x 1 1 4" W x 1 2"H Discovered in Rome, this exceptional 1960s beetle brooch is a definitive expression of the Italian bijoux traditionwhere costume jewelry was elevated to the realm of high art. Sculptural and unapologetically bold, the piece features a highly dimensional, domed form cast in rich gold tones. The beetle's carapace is meticulously encrusted with a dense pavilion of pav set crystals that mimic the fire of brilliant cut diamonds,