Important bumblebee brooch in 800 ‰ silver and 750 ‰ yellow gold. The insect's body and wings are entirely set with rose-cut diamonds. The top of the body is also set with a sapphire and the eyes are ruby cabochons. French work from the second half of the 19th century. 
PB. 14 g - Dim. 4 x 4 cm
Live Tuesday 16 December 2025・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 207

Important bumblebee brooch in 800 ‰ silver and 750 ‰ yellow gold. The insect's body and wings are entirely set with rose-cut diamonds. The top of the body is also set with a sapphire and the eyes are ruby cabochons. French work from the second half of the 19th century. PB. 14 g - Dim. 4 x 4 cm

Estimate
€2,500 - €3,000
Result
€3,900
Buyer's premium
30%
Important bumblebee brooch in 800 ‰ silver and 750 ‰ yellow gold. The insect's body and wings are entirely set with rose-cut diamonds. The top of the body is also set with a sapphire and the eyes are ruby cabochons. French work from the second half of the 19th century. PB. 14 g - Dim. 4 x 4 cm
Sale Tuesday 16 December 2025・13:30 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris