{"product_id":"art-deco-morpho-butterfly-wing-brooch-with-pygmy-butterfly","title":"Art Deco Morpho Butterfly Wing Brooch with Pygmy Butterfly","description":"\u003cp\u003eContrary to popular belief, the use of butterfly wings in jewelry did not originate in the late Victorian era as some surmise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, it wasn't until the 1924 British Empire Exhibition when jeweler Thomas L. Mott showcased his delicate butterfly wing creations that this lepidoptera craze took flight. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrized for its stunning metallic blue-black iridescence, the Morpho butterfly was the jeweler's wing of choice. Native to South America, these beautiful creatures were transported to England and raised on farms for the sole purpose of jewelry production (a practice that still takes place today in a slightly more ethical sense). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne look at this stunning brooch and it is easy to see how one could get enchanted by its beauty. The way the wing shimmers in the light is almost hypnotic. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely piece is fashioned in 14k yellow gold and features a tiny Pygmy butterfly resting on a shimmering blue Morpho butterfly wing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for the butterfly or natural history lover!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__group\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"accordion__label\" href=\"#\"\u003e Additional Details \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__text\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1920s-1930s \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14k gold, 10k gold, Pygmy butterfly, Morpho butterfly wing, \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2\" x 1\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14k \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003cbr\u003eGlass has light surface scratches consistent with age and use. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__group\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"accordion__label\" href=\"#\"\u003e Cleaning and Care \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion__text\"\u003eAlthough it is encased in glass, the wing is still subject to moisture and water damage. Do not immerse pendant into water or cleaning solution. Store in a cool dry place. Polish gently with a jewelry polishing cloth if needed. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Veiled Mirror","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48472795709629,"sku":null,"price":598.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/8304\/7101\/files\/ButterflyWingBrooch.jpg?v=1789766353","url":"https:\/\/theveiledmirror.com\/products\/art-deco-morpho-butterfly-wing-brooch-with-pygmy-butterfly","provider":"The Veiled Mirror","version":"1.0","type":"link"}