This is a spectacular 18KT yellow gold brooch of a bumble bee crafted by Herbert Rosenthal. Herbert Rosenthal Jewelry Corp, of NYC is known for high quality jewelry and produced a line of "Bee Mine" pins. It is a superb estate insect pin crafted in 18k yellow gold and has natural red ruby eyes. The body and wings of the bee have wonderful texture and detailing. The brooch is in excellent condition. The bee is hallmarked 18K with HR in a diamond cartouche.
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