a treasure with layers of symbolism in a tiny, ornate, figural form? yes, please
a fly...
...on the wall overhearing secrets and goings on
...a memento mori reminder of mortality and the fleeting nature of a human existence
...a reminder that size doesn't determine a creature's abilities or impact
originally a tie tack this piece has been recently converted to a pendant with a double bail. luckily, its original form lent it to more storage than wear, so fly is in nearly pristine condition and is ready for its next chapter
unmarked solid 14k yellow gold with a tiny blue sapphire
M E A S U R E M E N T S
~10.3mm north/south excluding bails x 17mm east/west
oval jump ring bail is sturdy, not soldered shut and the inner dimensions are ~4.95mm x ~3.25mm
sapphire is ~2.25mm actoss
weighs 1.48g
C O N D I T I O N
in good reworked vintage condition
-insect's details are well preserved because it was a tie tack that was almost never worn
-karat mark was lost to the conversion process
-there's a small area on the belly of the insect where there's evidence there was once a pin that was removed
-very little wear to the sapphire
this is a vintage item and will show surface scratches, dents, dings, dulling, wear, patina, and signs of having been worn and loved
please carefully review all photos as they are considered an important part of the description of the item’s condition
S H O P A G R E E M E N T S
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S K I N S E N S I T I V I T I E S
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