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What does the Egyptian scarab symbolize?
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The Egyptian saw the scarab as a symbol for renewal and rebirth. Crafted in the shape of scarab beetles, amulets were revered for their rejuvenating properties and gifted to both the living and the dead. Browse a wide selection of Egyptian scarab collectibles on 1stDibs.
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Egyptian Scarab w/ Seal Pendant in 21K gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Scarab with seal set as a pendant in 21K gold. This ancient scarab from Egypt is from the 1st Century BC.
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Chanel Black Rhinestone Egyptian Scarab Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Black Rhinestone Egyptian Scarab Necklace in like new condition. from fall/winter 2019 collection with gold chain necklace and 2x2.75" centered black scarab with rhinestone in...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
18K Yellow Gold, Red Jasper & Diamond Egypt Scarab Ring by Silvia Furmanovich
By Silvia Furmanovich
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Inspired by ancient Egyptian motifs, the “Egypt Scarab Ring” features a richly colored red jasper scarab, expertly set in 18K yellow gold.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Jasper, Yellow Gold
Dubini Ancient Egyptian Scarab Black Stone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring features an ancient Egyptian scarab circa 1085-713 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Signet Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Egyptian Scarab Faience Cuff in Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Amulets in the shape of scarab beetles were used in Egypt as symbols of rebirth, life and protection.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Egyptian Revival Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Grand Tour Egyptian Scarab With Hieroglyphics, Carved Steatite, Circa 1900
Located in Stamford, CT
Egyptian Grand Tour carved steatite scarab with carved hieroglyphics covering the carapace, including images of Horus and Isis on the wings and wadjet eyes above.
Category
Early 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Religious Items
Materials
Stone


