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Since the dawn of history, humanity has regarded butterflies as divine creatures, imbuing them with powerful symbolism.
From the earliest indigenous tribes of the Americas to the Greeks, Chinese, and Japanese, every culture has its own myths and beliefs connected to these beautiful creatures. Butterflies are often associated with spirits, fate, and are considered manifestations of the human soul. They also represent love, purity, or rebirth. At certain times, they were worn to commemorate a deceased loved one or to express spiritual victory or resilience achieved by the wearer. Regardless of the reason, one must recognize that there are few examples of pure symmetry and geometric beauty in nature like those of butterflies.
Today, I would like to share a small selection of jewelry pieces from different periods that feature butterflies as their central theme.
A truly rare and valuable piece, this jade butterfly was crafted during the Qin Dynasty, around 221 B.C. Its current price is €48,849.
This gold necklace, featuring a butterfly adorned with diamonds and centered by a stunning Ceylon sapphire, was crafted in the 1950s. Its current price is €19,706.
This unique piece, made of shell pearl, pink sapphire, and gold, can be worn as a pendant, brooch, or ring. Its current price is €17,870.
This necklace represents a trend of humility and modesty that emerged in 19th-century Prussia. In contrast to the French court’s luxurious fashions, Prussian dresses were simplified, using lighter and less expensive fabrics. This shift inevitably influenced jewelry design as well, with gold being replaced by cast iron. The piece shown here dates to around 1840 and is attributed to Siméon Pierre Devaranne. It is priced at €10,625.
This sophisticated necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, made of gold, diamonds, and sapphire, is available for €7,607.
This platinum and diamond brooch from Tiffany & Co., dating back to 1996, is for sale at €5,477. An interesting fact about Tiffany is that they were the first to set diamonds in platinum instead of silver, which was common practice at the time due to platinum’s higher melting point (1768°C compared to silver’s 961°C) and the difficulty of working with it.
A quick internet search shows that D’Or Joiers is the jewelry company with the highest revenue in Spain, generating €24 million annually. Much of this income comes from producing pieces for Tiffany & Co., their only client. With solid investments in their own gold museum (D’Or Museum) and the hospitality sector, the company has managed to minimize the impact of the industry’s struggles during the pandemic. While most companies in the sector have experienced significant losses, three out of the ten leading jewelry firms have seen increased revenues.
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