Every queen needs a worker bee! Animal pins were exceedingly popular during the 1950s and 60s when women sought small, cute enhancement pieces for jackets, lapels and belts. Additionally, this pin exemplifies 1960s metalsmithing styles, which were largely focused on creating depth by using texture.

A 14k yellow gold and diamond bee features 21 round full cut diamonds with a combined carat weight of 1.15ct~, color and clarity grades of H-I/SI1, and they measure from 1.3mm to 2.4mm in diameter.

19 of these diamonds are held by white gold prongs into the body of the bee design & the 2 smallest are bezel set into the bee eyes, the wings surfaces are textured to represent wing structure, and it has a polished finish.

This pin is completed by a hinged pin and a locking catch. and measures 20mmx25mm, approximately 0.75" x 1"

Replacement Value: $1,800