Antique Edwardian Blue Guilloche Enamel Butterfly Brooch

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A sweet antique butterfly brooch from the early 20^th Century fashioned in sterling silver with shimmering guilloche enamel artistry across the front. The body is highlighted in lime green and contrasted with icy blue wings displaying lifelike detailing and four red polka dots. 

Guilloche enamel dates to the 17^th century. The process involves metal carefully worked by a lathe, or “Rose Machine” into a decorative pattern and overlaid with a colourful enamel to create a striking and highly detailed work of art. 

It’s remained in excellent condition and is signed with the maker’s initials and kite mark of John Aitkin and Son of Birmingham, who were known for their exquisite enamel pieces. 

WEIGHT: 4.4 grams 

MEASURES: Height 20mm x Width 37mm x Depth 3mm

METAL: Sterling Silver (Stamped) 

AGE: Edwardian. (Circa 1910)

MARKS: Sterling Silver mark, Serial number (1085), Kite mark & initials (J.A.&S) 

CONDITION: Excellent 

ITEM NUMBER: 23-591 

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