Scarab Necklace
Scarab Necklace
Regular price
$175.00 USD
Regular price
Sale price
$175.00 USD
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Scarab jewels such as this necklace are terrific examples of the Egyptian revival aesthetic that has been wildly popular since the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922. Scarabs are symbols of transformation, protection, renewal and rebirth. They represent eternal life and the natural cycles of life: a poignant and important symbol imbued with the mystical symbolism of Egyptian-style decorative arts!
This necklace features a large three dimensional scarab, with a nicely proportioned and detailed body. The chain is strung through a hole which runs through the pendant a little above the midline. The reverse features a hieroglyphic design. The pendant and chain are fashioned from gold-filled metal and the chain fastens with a spring ring style clasp.
What is “gold-filled?” Gold-filled jewelry is higher quality than gold-plated and lower cost than solid (alloyed) gold. Typically, gold-filled jewelry is required to have a 1/20th (or 5%) weight in gold (usually 14k,) which is affixed/bonded to all exterior portions of the jewelry item (which usually has a brass, or sometimes copper, core.) Gold-plated jewelry has no such standards and as a result usually involves a much thinner coating of gold. Gold-filled jewelry can last a lifetime without showing signs of wear and makes for excellent and durable everyday-wear pieces.
More details:
Pendant: 21.3mm long (including bail,) 15.3mm wide. Chain: 17” long.
Excellent condition
Pendant and chain are gold-filled (pendant is tested; chain is stamped.)
16.4 grams
All purchases arrive in a gift box, wrapped with a ribbon.