19th C Egyptian Revival Scarab Fob with Ancient Intaglio

$2,400.00

Egyptian themed jewelry became all the rage in the late 19th century after the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869. This delightful fob features an ancient carnelian intaglio of a satyr or possibly Marsyas seated next to double flutes, set in a hand engraved 18K gold scarab. The scarab smoothly swivels from a looped hanger, delicately wrapped in fine gold wire. 

 

 

Notes: The scarab is sacred symbol of regeneration and rebirth, which is why scarab jewelry is believed to bring the wearer immortality, luck and protection.

 Weight: 7 grams

Measurements: scarab 15 x 12 x 11mm deep, 29 x 22 mm wide with bail

Markings: none