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A wonderful antique Victorian scarab beetle pendant, carved from a large piece of clear rock crystal with expertly cut facets that catch and scatter the light beautifully. At its centre rests a polished cabochon citrine scarab, its warm orange tone glowing against the crystal, complete with delicate silver legs beneath and a matching silver bale above.
Egyptian-inspired jewellery enjoyed a revival in the late 19th century, sparked by a wave of archaeological discoveries that captivated Europe. Scarabs were one of many popular motifs and were a symbol of renewal and rebirth in ancient Egypt.
Dating to the 19th Century, this charming Victorian rock crystal scarab pendant remains in excellent condition. It’s a wonderfully unique, highly collectable antique that would look perfect suspended from a chain once more.
WEIGHT: 6.2 grams
MEASURES: Height 23mm (33mm inc. loop) x Width 20mm x Depth 13mm – Beetle Width 8mm x Height 15mm
METAL: Silver
STONES: Rock Crystal (20 x 23mm, approx. 32ct), Citrine (6 x 12mm, approx. 2ct)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1900)
MARKS: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: CAT1034
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