French Early 20th Century 18ct Gold & Platinum Grasshopper Brooch set with Green Garnets & Rose Diamonds & an Emerald

An incredible 18ct gold and platinum grasshopper brooch that was made in France circa 1900-1910. The workmanship is top quality and he has been set with green garnets and rose diamonds with an emerald eye. Green garnets are very sought after as the supply is finite. The proper name for green garnet is “demantoid” garnet. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia’s western central Ural Mountains. Miners were immediately stunned by the highly refractive nature of the gem material. They began comparing it to diamond and referred to it as “demantoid”, from the French “demant” meaning diamond. The reason is obvious, with its high brilliance and dispersion. These bright apple green stones are comparatively rare and very expensive as they are no longer mined. In the early 1900s they were a celebrated stone and items of jewellery such as this beautiful grasshopper brooch were set with these stunning stones.

The grasshopper is seen as a symbol of good luck, progress, and new beginnings. It represents taking a leap of faith and trusting that you’ll land exactly where you’re meant to be. It’s presence often reminds us to stay positive, keep moving forward, and not be afraid of change.

A special brooch for a special person.