European 14K Gold .25CT TW Diamond Ruby Onyx Insect Pin - Ladybug, Lady Bug...

Made in Europe, most likely Italy, may I offer this 14K Yellow Gold/585 (hallmarked on underside as pictured) scatter pin depicting an insect - a ladybug - ladybird aka Coccinellidae . With 1mm to 1.2mm faceted round white diamonds (10) and red rubies (14) covering the wings (total weight .25CT +), the body of the bug is a polished piece of black onyx.  Size is 11/16 long; width is 3/4" (leg to leg), Height is 5/16"; weight is a respectable 5.2 grams. Safety catch at the back to hold the pinstem in place. Excellent condition with no problems I can spot. Just beautiful! Look for the other 2 insect pins I am listings - what a trio of bugs they would make on a coat lapel! A lucky pin for some
lucky lady!

The connection between ladybugs and luck dates back centuries, with many ancient cultures believing ladybugs had a link to good fortune. The gist of the belief is that if a ladybug lands on you, you'll have as many years of good luck as the bug does spots - in this case, 14 rubies means quite a bit of good fortune for a long time!