A carved stone scarab pendant set in 14K Yellow Gold from the Egyptian revival period circa 1920s. This particular carved stone scarab is likely steatite, also known as soapstone with light brown tones and the underside of the scarab engraved with a scarab hieroglyph.
The scarab (kheper) beetle was one of the most popular amulets in ancient Egypt because the insect was linked with the god Khepri and associated with the gods Atum and the sun god Re, who brought the sunrise over the horizon each day.
The motif refers variously to the ideas of existence, manifestation, development, growth, and effectiveness, and was a symbol of rebirth, regeneration, and protection in the afterlife and the earliest scarab amulets appeared in the First Intermediate Period (ca. 2124 B.C.). It is perfect for those that appreciate the history and mythology of Ancient Egypt and the symbolism of the scarab.
DETAILS AND MEASUREMENTS
14K Yellow Gold (Verified by Auracle Tester)
Carved Stone (Presumably steatite / soapstone)
Dimensions: 15.25 x 12.7 x 9mm
Gross Weight: 3.35g
HALLMARKS AND APPROXIMATE PERIOD
Unmarked, Circa 1920s
CONDITION
Wonderful, antique, pre-owned condition, light surface wear commensurate with age.
ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE
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