-Herbert Rosenthal 1960 Bee Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold With 2.34 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
Large bee pin-brooch designed by Herbert Rosenthal.
Herbert Rosenthal's fame in the jewelry world sprung from the creation of insect and animal motifs, particularly bee brooches. This exceptional brooch pin of a queen-bee is one of them. Created at his jewelry atelier during the mid-century period, back in the 1960. This Herbert Rosenthal's iconic Bee brooch is the larger version and has been carefully crafted with impeccable details in solid rich gold of 18 karats with textured surfaces. The eyes and the upper body of the queen-bee are embellished with twenty-one natural earth mined gemstones such; white colorless diamonds and vivid red rubies. It is fitted at the reverse with a hinged pin bar and a mechanical security lock. The craftmanship and the selection of gemstones is exceptional.
The Bee
What do bees symbolize in general?, Bees typically symbolize focus, hard work, teamwork, generosity, and prosperity due to their natural behaviors and contributions. They also represent fertility given their vital role in pollination. They have often been viewed as brave, industrious, clean, politically harmonious, and aesthetically gifted; these qualities provide extensive fodder for symbolic representation. The bee represents perfect community, and although it is weak in body, it is strong in spirit and wisdom.
Rubies: The eyes are mount in bezel settings, with 2 round faceted cut of vivid red rubies with a weight of 0.06 carats.
Diamonds: The body is mounted in a flat pave setting, with 19 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, 2.28 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS-1 clarity.
Weight: 10.80 Grams, (6.95 Dwt.).
Measurements: 27 mm by 33 mm by 21 mm, (1.06 x 1.30 x 0.83 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "HR© 18 KT".
Herbert Rosenthal
His jewelry company was founded in New York in 1945, when they manufactured decorations for Christmas trees. In 1962 the corporation registered two jewelry trademarks, “HR” and “Accent On Value” (1962-1984). Active for twenty-five years, HR jewelry trademark ceased to exist in 1987. Traditionally, the company produced finger rings, bracelets, brooches and pins with the use of 18 K gold, silver and precious stones.
Rosenthal mostly specialized in brooches and his business was successful. By the mid 1960’s he created an iconic design of bejeweled bees that brought him fame. Rosenthal has created several insect designs for Tiffany & Co.
Collateral: This brooch is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this bee pin is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The 21 gemstones are secured in their settings. This pin-brooch has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: P032924MOCE/.2606
