Demantoid Garnet and diamond 'grasshopper' brooch, circa 1900

The realistically modelled insect set with numerous round demantoid garnets and with 36 old European-cut and single-cut diamonds weighing approximately .70 carat, the eye accented with a small cushion-shaped ruby, mounted in gold and silver. Estimate 8,000—12,000 USD

Sotheby's. Important Jewels. 04 Feb 09. New York www.sothebys.com photo courtesy Sotheby's