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Antique Chinese Champlevé Enamel Scarab Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
Finely detailed champlevé scarab shape box with gilt wash interior. Traces of antique mirror on
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19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Amethyst and Diamond Scarab RIng
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Symbolism: The scarab is sacred symbol of regeneration and rebirth, which is why scarab jewelry is believed
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1920s Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond

Egyptian Revival Brown Faience Scarab Pendant with 14K Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
. We have other sizes and colors of scarab jewelry available in our shop.
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1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival Small Turquoise Faience Scarab Pendant with 14K Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
choice. We have other sizes and colors of scarab jewelry available in our shop.
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1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Egyptian Revival Faience Turquoise and Brown Scarab Pendant with 14K Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
a chain of your choice. We have other sizes and colors of scarab jewelry available in our shop.
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1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Egyptian Revival Beige Faience Scarab Pendant with 14K Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
other sizes and colors of scarab jewelry available in our shop.
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1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Lucky Scarab Diamond 18 Karat Gold Beetle Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish and finely detailed Unique Antique Scarab beetle set with Diamonds and Emerald eyes. Hand
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Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Eygptian Revival Scarab Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Early 20th Century brooch of heavy 18K with ancient carnelian scarab centrally mounted with lotus
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Early 20th Century American Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Antique Eygptian Revival Scarab Brooch
Eygptian Revival Scarab Brooch
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W 0.5 in L 1.75 in
antique coral studs carved as scarabs
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of coral scarab cufflinks or studs with gold mountings in original case, England or Italy
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1880s English Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Coral, 15k Gold

Antique Scarab beetle brooch, 9k yellow gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
The insect jewellery of the Victorian and Edwardian eras is always popular, like this gorgeous
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Early 20th Century British Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Opal Silver Scarab Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
This Art Nouveau silver pendant was crafted about 1900. Studded with oval opal in scarab shape and
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Silver

Art Nouveau Opal Silver Scarab Pendant
Art Nouveau Opal Silver Scarab Pendant
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W 1.34 in L 2.17 in
Victorian Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
profiles. The central carnelian is a spinner: one side is a scarab, another has a carved figure of a hunter
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Bracelet
Victorian Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Bracelet
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H 0.88 in W 0.63 in L 7.5 in
18K Gold Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold bracelet contains eight scarabs in various shades of blues, greens, and browns, each
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1920s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scarab Egyptian Faience Bangle Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Antique Egyptian Faience Bangle Cuff In great condition please see the photos Size is approximately 2 ½ inches from top to bottom please see photos It’s approximately 1 ½ inches w...
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19th Century Antique Scarab Jewelry

Louis Tiffany at Tiffany & Co. Favrile Glass Scarab Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
iridescent glass scarabs is pictured in: Janet Zapata, The Jewelry and Enamels of Louis Comfort Tiffany, p
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Egyptian Scarab Stone Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
2.5 x W 1.0 cm Weight: 2.46 grams The scarab will be gift-wrapped in a black and gold jewelry box.
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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Ancient Egyptian Carved Scarab Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Egyptian faïence Scarab (1000 BC) and 22k yellow gold spinner/reversible pendant
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14K Gold Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
scarab on a bent wire shaft with a button terminal. Simply a wonderful stick pin! Date: Early 20th
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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14k Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14K Gold Stick Pin
Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14K Gold Stick Pin
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W 0.4 in D 0.91 in L 2.96 in
Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14K Gold Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Egyptian Revival stick pin. In 14k yellow gold. Set with a antique Egyptian faience scarab
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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14k Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14K Gold Stick Pin
Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14K Gold Stick Pin
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W 0.4 in D 0.48 in L 2.64 in
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
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Artisan Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Gold

Egyptian Scarab w/ Seal Pendant in 21K gold
Egyptian Scarab w/ Seal Pendant in 21K gold
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H 1.13 in W 0.57 in D 0.25 in
Roman Egypt Scarab & 21k Gold Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
Roman Egypt lavender colored scarab (circa 100 BC to 100 AD) set into a custom 21K gold decorative
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Classical Roman Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Amethyst, 22k Gold

Ancient 22ct Gold Ring With An Etruscan Scarab
Located in Firenze, IT
A gold ring with a scarab of a bull. Etruscan, 4th - 5th Century BC. Ring size 8 The scarab
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Gold, 22k Gold

Schumann's Sons Art Nouveau Enamel, Scarab, and Turquoise
Located in Boston, MA
An art nouveau period enameled floral motif bracelet set with ancient scarabs, and cabochons of
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1910s Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Turquoise, Enamel

Egyptian Scarab Swivel Ring, circa 664-332 BC.
Located in London, GB
Egyptian scarab swivel ring. Set to centre with a finely modeled blue faience scarab bead, threaded
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

Iridescent Enamel Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival
Located in New York, NY
A very rare and wonderful antique Egyptian Revival Bracelet with 12 Iridescent Green Enamel Scarab
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Gold-filled

Pendant with Scarab Beetle Gold Mounted, Art Deco Period 1920-1930
Located in Paris, FR
, Egyptomania developed in the art of jewellery. The winged scarab holding the solar disc between its legs
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Antique Egyptian Revival Faience Scarab & 14 Karat Gold Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
faience scarab. Simply a wonderful stick pin! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition
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Early 20th Century Unknown Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Gold, Emerald, and Diamond Scarab Brooch / Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique Egyptian Revival convertible gold and gem-set pendant-brooch in the form of a scarab
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1860s Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare antique Egyptian Revival Hand Carved Coral Victorian Scarab Beetle Insect Brooch Pin
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19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Filled Turtles Brooch with Egyptian Scarab Shells
Located in Philadelphia, PA
supporting a fourth suspended by 2 fine link chains. Each turtle is set with a natural scarab beetle shell
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Gold-filled

Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Iridescent Green Scarab Beetles set in Sterling Silver. The jewel an Egyptian Revival piece dating to circa
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Egyptian Revival Plique-à-Jour Carved Carnelian Scarab Eagle Pin, 1923
Located in Lexington, KY
This pin is quite the piece! This Egyptian Revival pin features a lovely scarab in the center made
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1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Gilt Metal

Antique Egyptian-Revival 18 Karat Gold Winged Sun Brooch with Scarab
Located in New York, NY
English Egyptian-Revival 18K gold brooch with scarab, ca 1870. Winged sun with fluted and stepped
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau French Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Antique Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold scarab engraved with linear texture Featuring enamel surround - transparent, glossy bluish-green
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Kt Gold Two Sided Victorian Carnelian Scarab Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
An Egyptian Revival Carnelian Scarab ring, set in 18kt gold is orange brown in color and was
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

French Victorian Egyptian Revival Diamond Agate 18 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stickpin centers agate carved to depict a scarab - translucent orangey brown with medium dark
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1880s French Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Necklace with Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful early 9ct gold cable chain with 11 Scarab Beetles with seed pearls atop them. The chain
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1920s British Antique Scarab Jewelry

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Austrian 1915 Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Plique à Jour Winged Scarab Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
strength and victory over chaos. Later, around 2000 BCE the scarab was used in jewelry and as seals. The
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Silver, Enamel

Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
exquisite example of Victorian Egyptian revival jewellery. The earrings are each formed as a scarab beetle
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Russian Gold and Silver Mounted Diamond Set Scarab Brooch 1830’s
Located in Firenze, IT
The body pavé set with rose-cut diamonds, with gold legs, length 5cm. Weight: 22gr.
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1830s Russian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Roman 1880 Etruscan Revival Mechanical Scarab Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Opals
Located in Miami, FL
19th century, circa 1870-1880. This magnificent brooch has been made in the shape of a scarab, with
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1880s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Faience Scarab 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rotating Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This ancient faience scarab has been mounted in a rotating ring made out of 18 karat gold. The
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1880s Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Antique Sardonix Seal Scarab Scorpio Pendant Charm Fob Gold Goldgranulation
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine sardonyx scarab is engraved with a scorpio on the reverse. The stone is secured in a gold
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1850s European Greek Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Enamel Sodalite Scarab Pendant Necklace Lotus Flower
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Sodalite Scarab and Lotus Flower Enamel
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Early 20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver

Ancient Egyptian Steatite Scarab Amulet 22K Yellow Gold Swivel Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab amulet high carat gold swivel signet ring The Scarab ring design
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival Amber and Carved Opal Scarab Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
referred to as "archaeological revival jewelry," or "Egyptian revival jewelry." The initial Egyptian
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Amber, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Late 19th Century Garnet And Rose Diamond Scarab Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Firenze, IT
The body set with a carved cabochon garnet highlighted with rose diamond detailing, to cabochon ruby-set eyes, length 5.2cm. Weight: 19.9gr.
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1890s Italian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Gold Ring Whit An Ancient Carnelian Scarab Roman 2th Century AC.


Located in Firenze, IT
A gold ring with a carnelian scarab of a bird. Roman, 2th Century AC.

 Ring size 7 US.

 The
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian French 18K Gold Diamond Ruby Garnet Pearl Scarab Beetle Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very well made, antique, pin/brooch that was crafted in France from solid 18k gold and silver during the Victorian era. The brooch features a large beetle design that ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Egyptian Revival Plique A Jour Enamel Winged Scarab Insect Brooch Pin Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
A rare Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpiece of a Winged Scarab Insect Brooch done in Plique a Jour
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Leaf Pendant 18K Gold French Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique French Victorian Scarab, Beetle, Insect on a Leaf
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Egyptian Revival Diamond Enamel Nephrite 14 Karat Gold Scarab Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a nephrite cabochon carved to depict a scarab beetle - measuring 9.0 x 12.0 mm. Opaque
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1880s Austrian Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Doris Cliff Egyptian Revival Scarab Earrings Brooch Sterling Silver Faience
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare Museum Quality Parure of Scarab Earrings and Brooch. The jewels are Egyptian
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gold Ring With An Ancient Jasper Scarab Etruscan 4th - 5th Century BC.
Located in Firenze, IT
A gold ring with a jasper scarab of a spider. Etruscan, 4th - 5th Century BC.

 Ring size 8 US
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold

1786 -1567 BC Hyksos Scarabs Egyptian Revival Necklace 18K Gold /37.5cm/51gr
Located in SE
. Europeans adored rich mysterious symbolism behind Egyptian-inspired jewelry. Scarabs in Ancient Egypt
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond, Carved Green Onyx Scarab Ring, Amulet
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Art Deco period 18K white gold, diamond, carved green onyx scarab ring, circa 1920
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

1889 Nordic Necklace Egyptian Revival 30 Scarab Beetle Gilt Silver / 50cm/ 27gr
Located in SE
Egyptian-inspired jewelry. Scarabs in Ancient Egypt represent rebirth, resurrection, and the Eternal Soul
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1880s Swedish Egyptian Revival Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Silver, Gold-filled

Castellani One of a Kind Important 15 Karat Gold Carnelian Scarab Bracelet
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Impressive one of a kind Castellani 15k gold bracelet, with four carved scarab carnelian elements
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Carnelian, Gold

Gold Ring With An Etruscan Jasper Scarab Of A Sileno Against The Lion
Located in Firenze, IT
A gold ring with a jasper scarab of a sileno against the lion. Etruscan, 4th - 5th Century BC. Ring
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Scarab Jewelry

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Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Butterfly Pin Brooch Gold Gemstones Enamel 18k Estate Jewelry Antique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
optimistic. Butterfly jewelry is often associated with freedom and joy. This delicate and whimsical jewel
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Scarab Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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Antique Scarab Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique scarab jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of antique scarab jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of antique scarab jewelry over the years, but those made by Castellani, Tiffany & Co. and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of antique scarab jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 30 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and cabochon versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of antique scarab jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Scarab Jewelry?

On average, a piece of antique scarab jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $3,500, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $85,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Antique Scarab Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Scarab jewelry is jewelry that contains a molded or sculpted dung beetle, also known as a scarab. In Ancient Egypt, the scarab was a revered creature, known for its divine affiliation with the sun go Ra. Since the dung beetle was seen as a form of protection, it was featured in many beloved Egyptian accessories. This symbol traveled to the Medditerrainan and parts of the Middle East during the Bronze Age.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Scarab jewelry refers to any jewelry featuring the scarab beetle, most often associated with Ancient Egyptian and Egyptian Revival art. Scarabs remain a popular symbol to this day. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary scarab jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Scarab jewelry was popular in Ancient Egypt from 2000 B.C. onward. Scarabs are designed after the scarab beetle and were believed to hold supernatural abilities in protection, often being worn during battle. Browse a wide selection of scarab jewelry and collectables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.