Horse
The horse has inspired artisans for millennia, and equestrian-themed jewelry remains extremely popular today. Pictured is a knight pendant, made around 1860–1870 in Austria and carefully crafted with gold, enamel, diamonds and pearls.
Butterfly
A stunning example of a jeweler’s art, this 19th-century European gold butterfly brooch is studded with pearls, gemstones and intricate motifs. It dates from around 1870.
This distinctive brooch in the shape of a moth was made in 1900 from gold, enamel, gemstones, moonstones, and diamonds created by French jeweler Eugène Feuillâtre (1870–1916). Feuillâtre was very famous for the beauty and quality of his enamel work.
Lion
A miniature lion sitting on this domed gold brooch is a piece of jewelry from the Etruscan civilization, a powerful family that emerged in what is now central Italy around the 5th century AD. 6 BC.
Bird
Primitive but highly symbolic in design, this bird-shaped Anglo-Saxon brooch was made in England around 500–550 CE. The brooch is made of silver with gold plating and garnets. Carved animal ornaments symbolize protection and are reminiscent of the social status and cultural significance of the Anglo-Saxon era.
Antelope
Dating from the late 4th to 3rd century BC, these ancient Greek-style earrings feature a gazelle head attached to a circle of twisted gold wire. They are crafted in Alexandria.
Another piece of jewelry inspired by South African coins and wildlife, these pure gold Krugerrand cufflinks feature a medium-sized antelope found primarily in the South and West South Africa.
Cat
Probably of Spanish origin and dating from the late 16th to early 17th century, this interesting pendant features a sitting cat with a Baroque pearl on its stem with gold mounts Enamel and smaller pearl pendants. Cats of all wonderful shapes have appeared in jewelry designs since ancient times.
Horse
Likely originating from Java, Indonesia, this intricate earring design features a horse head with floppy ears, with a floral decoration in the middle. It is made of gold and was probably crafted around 1300–1500 CE.
Dog
These modern diamond and ruby cufflinks are designed to resemble a poodle breed. Valuable canines appeared on the market in 2010.
