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Victorian Scarab

Victorian Scarab Ring
Victorian Scarab Ring

Victorian Scarab Ring

Located in New Orleans, LA

Nature and artistry converge in this extraordinarily rare 19th-century ring, which features a preserved iridescent green scarab beetle set within a richly detailed gold setting.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fashion Rings

Antique Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Leaf Pendant 18 Karat Gold French Victorian
Antique Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Leaf Pendant 18 Karat Gold French Victorian

Antique Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Leaf Pendant 18 Karat Gold French Victorian

Located in New York, NY

This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique French Victorian Scarab, Beetle, Insect on a Leaf Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold.

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Snake Turquoise Scarab Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian Gold
Snake Turquoise Scarab Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian Gold

Snake Turquoise Scarab Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare Museum Quality Antique Egyptian Revival Snake motif Pendant with a Hand Carved Turquoise Victorian Scarab Swivel Fob. The pendant is 10-12 Karat Gold.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold
Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival 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 in 9 Karat Gold.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Egyptomania scarab bracelet
Victorian Egyptomania scarab bracelet

Victorian Egyptomania scarab bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An Antique Egyptian Revival specimen bracelet of tapering design comprised of ten scarabs with beaded gold spacers, in 18k. Each oval link centers a distinct stone—ranging in tone f...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Link Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold

French Victorian Egyptian Revival Diamond Agate 18 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin
French Victorian Egyptian Revival Diamond Agate 18 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin

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 saturation Measuring 9.5 x 12.0 mm - backed by opaque white agate and bezel set With g...

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Brooches

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

Antique Victorian Style Real Scarab Shell & Silver Bracelet
Antique Victorian Style Real Scarab Shell & Silver Bracelet

Antique Victorian Style Real Scarab Shell & Silver Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique metal and scarab shell bracelet. In a silver toned or silver plated setting. Comprising of 10 bezel-set scarab shell links. With one scarab likely replaced (and one...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Retro Bracelets

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Silver

Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver
Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver

Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Egyptian Revival Bracelet with 11 Natural Iridescent Green Scarab Beetles set in Sterling Silver.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Antique Scarab beetle brooch, 9k yellow gold, Victorian
Antique Scarab beetle brooch, 9k yellow gold, Victorian

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 antique, Egyptian revival, 9kt gold and scarab beetle brooch.

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Early 20th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Faience Scarab 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rotating Ring
Antique Victorian Faience Scarab 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rotating Ring

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 ring shoulders have been embellished with twisted gold wire. In ancient Egypt the scar...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Solitaire Rings

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Gold

Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings
Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings

Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Emerald, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Scarab Earrings

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

These striking earrings are an exquisite example of Victorian Egyptian revival jewellery. The earrings are each formed as a scarab beetle, adorned with gemstones, and accented by a f...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Earrings

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

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival 18K Gold & Carved Agate Scarab Stickpin
Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival 18K Gold & Carved Agate Scarab Stickpin

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival 18K Gold & Carved Agate Scarab Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

In 18 karat yellow gold. Converted from a Victorian Etruscan Revival piece. With a carved agate scarab in a bezel setting.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Brooches

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Agate, 18k Gold

Antique Black, Starr & Frost Gold Scarab Cufflinks, Circa 1890
Antique Black, Starr & Frost Gold Scarab Cufflinks, Circa 1890

Antique Black, Starr & Frost Gold Scarab Cufflinks, Circa 1890

By Black, Starr & Frost

Located in Aspen, CO

Antique cufflinks by Black, Starr & Frost, c. 1890. Carved in a scarab motif, these hardstone antique cufflinks are slightly less than .75 inches in height and .50 inches across....

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Antique 1890s Victorian Cufflinks

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Gold, 14k Gold

Black, Starr & Frost Antique Scarab Back to Back Gold Cufflinks
Black, Starr & Frost Antique Scarab Back to Back Gold Cufflinks

Black, Starr & Frost Antique Scarab Back to Back Gold Cufflinks

By Black, Starr & Frost

Located in Aspen, CO

Antique cufflinks by Black, Starr & Frost, c. 1890. Carved in a scarab motif, these hardstone antique cufflinks are slightly less than .75 inches in height and .50 inches across. Bla...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Cufflinks

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Gold, 14k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold .38Ct Diamond Scarab Brooch with .06Ct Rubies
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold .38Ct Diamond Scarab Brooch with .06Ct Rubies

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold .38Ct Diamond Scarab Brooch with .06Ct Rubies

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in New York, NY

Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...

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1990s Spanish Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

A Victorian Garnet And Diamond Scarab Pin/ring
A Victorian Garnet And Diamond Scarab Pin/ring

A Victorian Garnet And Diamond Scarab Pin/ring

Located in London, GB

An outstanding Victorian scarab ring from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to His Majesty King Charles III.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

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18k Gold, Silver

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Victorian Ring with Ancient Scarab
Victorian Ring with Ancient Scarab

Victorian Ring with Ancient Scarab

Located in New York, NY

Victorian 18Kt Gold Ring set with Ancient Double-Faced Scarab English Setting C 1880 Ancient Egyptian Scarab

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Victorian 14k Faience Scarab Flip Ring
Victorian 14k Faience Scarab Flip Ring

Victorian 14k Faience Scarab Flip Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

A fantastic ring from the Late Victorian (ca1900s) era! Crafted in 14k rose gold, this ring features a faience centerpiece.

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Band Rings

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 800 Silver Mid Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Blue Quarts Scarab Ring
Antique 800 Silver Mid Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Blue Quarts Scarab Ring

Antique 800 Silver Mid Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Blue Quarts Scarab Ring

Located in Champions State Gate, FL

This antique scarab ring was crafted with 800 silver in the mid to late 1800s and features a detailed scarab beetle design carved in blue quartz (otherwise known as hawk eye or blue ...

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Antique 1870s Unknown Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings

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Quartz, Silver

Victorian Scarab Brooch

Victorian Scarab Brooch

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W 1.19 in L 1.11 in

Victorian Scarab Brooch

Located in London, GB

A Victorian scarab brooch, with a carved scarab, with a man carved in the back, with white, green and red enamelled wings, either side of the scarab, with superimposed gold long neck...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1880 Victorian Scarab Micro Mosaic Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold
ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1880 Victorian Scarab Micro Mosaic Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1880 Victorian Scarab Micro Mosaic Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold

Located in Miami, FL

An Etruscan revival scarab ring. This is an exceptional ring, created in Rome Italy during the Victorian (1840-1901) era, back in the 1880.

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Antique 1880s Italian Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

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Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gol...

Antique Victorian Pendant Enamel Scarab Beetle 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
Antique Victorian Pendant Enamel Scarab Beetle 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry

Antique Victorian Pendant Enamel Scarab Beetle 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed antique Victorian scarab beetle pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Pendant
Victorian 15 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Pendant

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Pendant

Located in NEWARK, GB

A beautiful antique Victorian scarab beetle drop pendant. It is made from 15kt bloomed gold and houses a real iridescent green scarab beetle set into the beaded gold setting.

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Antique 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Carved Bloodstone Scarab Ring

Victorian Carved Bloodstone Scarab Ring

Located in Houston, TX

An 18K yellow gold carved bloodstone scarab ring, in a spectacular setting decorated with high-relief hand engraving. Circa 1870. Size 9 1/2 and can be re-sized.

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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

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18k Gold

Victorian faience diamond Gold scarab earrings
Victorian faience diamond Gold scarab earrings

Victorian faience diamond Gold scarab earrings

Located in Aspen, CO

There are 4 round European cut set at the quadrants accenting the blue/green scarabs which are carved faience (an ancient ceramic) and the center motif of these small but choice Vic...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Stud Earrings

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Bracelet
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

Victorian Yellow Gold Carnelian Scarab Bracelet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Victorian carved carnelian cameo bracelet with ten rectangular cameos depicting classical female profiles.

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian More Bracelets

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Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Egyptian Revival Hardstone 18 Karat Gold Scarab Snake Antique Stickpin
Victorian Egyptian Revival Hardstone 18 Karat Gold Scarab Snake Antique Stickpin

Victorian Egyptian Revival Hardstone 18 Karat Gold Scarab Snake Antique Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stickpin features a hardstone cabochon carved to depict a scarab beetle with hieroglyphics on reverse. Measuring 10.0 x 13.5 mm - opaque light gray in color with black and tan mottli...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Brooch
Victorian Diamond Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Brooch

Victorian Diamond Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Beetle Brooch

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Brooch is designed as a highly rendered gold scarab beetle with grooved limbs. Featuring a guillochè enamel body - translucent glossy greenish to greenish brown. With an engraved lin...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Egyptian Revival Enamel & Coral Scarab Brooch
Victorian Egyptian Revival Enamel & Coral Scarab Brooch

Victorian Egyptian Revival Enamel & Coral Scarab Brooch

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch, Circa 1880 The design centers upon a lovely carved coral scarab, bezel-set to outstretched splendid wings decorated with white, green and b...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Coral, 18k Gold

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Scarab Safety Pin Brooch
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Scarab Safety Pin Brooch

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Scarab Safety Pin Brooch

Located in McLeansville, NC

Looking for a scarab? This happens to be a very unique one! Turquoise carved in the shape of a scarab, bezel set on top of a safety pin...How cool is that?!?!?!?! Stamped 14K 3.28 ...

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Vintage 1970s Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Carved Butterfly and Scarab Coral 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Victorian Carved Butterfly and Scarab Coral 14 Karat Gold Necklace

Victorian Carved Butterfly and Scarab Coral 14 Karat Gold Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

With graduated deeply carved coral beads, one side features a scarab beetle and the other a butterfly, largest bead measuring approximately 1 x 5/8 Inch Carved coral lotus flower sp...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Link Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch, 9k Gold, Victorian
Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch, 9k Gold, Victorian

Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch, 9k Gold, Victorian

Located in NEWARK, GB

The Victorian's began somewhat of an obsession with insect themed jewels from scarabs to spiders, entomology was increasingly popular with insects appearing in many places not least ...

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Antique 19th Century British Egyptian Revival Brooches

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9k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Snake Antique Stickpin
Victorian Turquoise Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Snake Antique Stickpin

Victorian Turquoise Emerald 14 Karat Yellow Gold Scarab Snake Antique Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an oval-shaped turquoise cabochon carved to depict a scarab beetle and measuring 7.5 x 10.0 mm Opaque light greenish-blue in color with white and brown matrix throughout ...

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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

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Emerald, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Nephrite 14 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring
Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Nephrite 14 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring

Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Nephrite 14 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering an oval shaped nephrite cabochon carved to depict a scarab beetle. Measuring 13.5 x 10.5 mm - translucent medium to dark green. Bezel set with a hammer texture surround. Fl...

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Fashion Rings

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Carnelian Scarab Seal Ring 18 Karat, circa 1880s
Victorian Carnelian Scarab Seal Ring 18 Karat, circa 1880s

Victorian Carnelian Scarab Seal Ring 18 Karat, circa 1880s

Located in Litchfield, CT

Stone Details: Finely carved Victorian Carnelian scarab with Roman-style intaglio on the reverse.

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Antique 1880s Italian Signet Rings

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Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Real Scarab Beetle Conversion Ring Diamond Eyes 10 Karat Gold
Antique Victorian Real Scarab Beetle Conversion Ring Diamond Eyes 10 Karat Gold

Antique Victorian Real Scarab Beetle Conversion Ring Diamond Eyes 10 Karat Gold

Located in Torrance, CA

Originally an antique Victorian era stick pin (circa 1880s to 1900s), the scarab beetle ring is crafted in 10 karat yellow gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 4.47 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin
Victorian 4.47 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin

Victorian 4.47 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a bezel set oval cabochon star sapphire, deeply carved as an Egyptian scarab motif Star sapphire weighs approximately 4.40 carats and is a translucent light grayish-blue c...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian 14K White Gold Filigree Ring, Scarab Carved Carnelian Seed Pearl Halo
Victorian 14K White Gold Filigree Ring, Scarab Carved Carnelian Seed Pearl Halo

Victorian 14K White Gold Filigree Ring, Scarab Carved Carnelian Seed Pearl Halo

Located in Addison, TX

This genuine Victorian beauty features a carved carnelian oval cab surrounded by a dancing seed pearl halo perched atop an intricate 14 karat white gold filigree ring. Although this ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Cocktail Rings

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Carnelian, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian French 18K Gold Diamond Ruby Garnet Pearl Scarab Beetle Brooch
Antique Victorian French 18K Gold Diamond Ruby Garnet Pearl Scarab Beetle Brooch

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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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

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

Victorian Egyptian Revival Carnelian 14K Gold Antique Scarab Link Bracelet
Victorian Egyptian Revival Carnelian 14K Gold Antique Scarab Link Bracelet

Victorian Egyptian Revival Carnelian 14K Gold Antique Scarab Link Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Comprised of fluted panther-style links alternating in pattern with carved carnelian links Oval-shaped cabochons measure 12.0 x 18.0 mm - translucent medium reddish-orange Bezel set...

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Antique 1880s Link Bracelets

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scarab Motif Gold Earrings
Antique Scarab Motif Gold Earrings

Antique Scarab Motif Gold Earrings

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W 0.63 in L 2.25 in

Antique Scarab Motif Gold Earrings

Located in Baltimore, MD

Victorian 15K earrings with a central scarab drop flanked by two pendeloque drops.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chandelier Earrings

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15k Gold

Antique Micromosaic Scarab Motif Earrings

Antique Micromosaic Scarab Motif Earrings

Located in New York, NY

A pair of antique micromosaic cuff studs depicting scarabs, bordered by flower decoration, in 18k. Papal Hallmarks. In the original box, Corradini, Rome. Newly mounted as earrings.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Clip-on Earrings

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18k Gold

Victorian Egyptian Revival Ruby Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin
Victorian Egyptian Revival Ruby Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin

Victorian Egyptian Revival Ruby Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a glossy turquoise enamel Egyptian scarab flanked by green striped enamel wings Topped by a bezel set round cut ruby, purplish-red in color, and at its base a bezel set ro...

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Antique 1890s Egyptian Revival Brooches

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

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Festoon Necklace With Scarabs Beetles 19Kt Gold
ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Festoon Necklace With Scarabs Beetles 19Kt Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Festoon Necklace With Scarabs Beetles 19Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Egyptian-Etruscan revival scarab beetles festoon necklace This is a gorgeous festoon dangle-drop necklace, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1870.

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Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

antique coral studs carved as scarabs
antique coral studs carved as scarabs

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, 19th century. weight: 14.4 grams dimensions scarab: 2.4 x 1.5 cm

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Cufflinks

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Coral, 15k Gold

Antique Scarab Micromosaic Pendant of 18k Gold
Antique Scarab Micromosaic Pendant of 18k Gold

Antique Scarab Micromosaic Pendant of 18k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

Micromosaic Scarab Pendant in 18k Gold A rare jewel of exceptional artistry, this antique pendant (circa 1890-1900) features a finely detailed micromosaic scarab, meticulously craft...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Italian Micromosaic Scarab Locket, Circa 1860
Italian Micromosaic Scarab Locket, Circa 1860

Italian Micromosaic Scarab Locket, Circa 1860

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

An absolutely exquisite rendering of micro mosaic, with detailed granulation, made of 18 karat yellow gold. The theme on the front is a scarab beetle in an ornate frame, with a highl...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival 1870 Victorian Natural Scarab Beetles Suite in Box in 14Kt Gold
Egyptian Revival 1870 Victorian Natural Scarab Beetles Suite in Box in 14Kt Gold

Egyptian Revival 1870 Victorian Natural Scarab Beetles Suite in Box in 14Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Egyptian revival scarab beetles suite. Very rare suite, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1870.

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Antique 1870s English Egyptian Revival Brooches

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Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scarab and Gemset Brooch, Circa 1860
Antique Scarab and Gemset Brooch, Circa 1860

Antique Scarab and Gemset Brooch, Circa 1860

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Antique Faience Scarab, Diamond, Ruby and Emerald, Silver topped Gold Mounted Brooch, Circa 1860. The faience scarab with cushion-shaped emerald and ruby wings, old Europea...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

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Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sterling Silver, 15k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Iridescent Glass Scarab and Gold Cufflinks

Tiffany & Co. Iridescent Glass Scarab and Gold Cufflinks

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

An Early 20th Century pair of Tiffany scarab cufflinks, with iridescent glass scarab beetles, mounted on 18ct gold, with figure of eight bar fittings, signed Tiffany & Co. Size -1...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Cufflinks

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18k Gold

Marcus & Co. Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Gold Scarab Bracelet
Marcus & Co. Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Gold Scarab Bracelet

Marcus & Co. Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Gold Scarab Bracelet

By Marcus & Co.

Located in New York, NY

An antique gold and enamel scarab bracelet in the Egyptian Revival style with multicolored enamel lotus leaves centering on a blue faience scarab, in 18k. Marcus & Co. United States.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Gold Scarab Motif Micromosaic Earrings with Vatican Marks
Antique Gold Scarab Motif Micromosaic Earrings with Vatican Marks

Antique Gold Scarab Motif Micromosaic Earrings with Vatican Marks

Located in New York, NY

A pair of antique pendant earrings comprised of micromosaic scarab bullas suspending from floral surmounts and terminating in girandole drop pendants, in 18k gold. Vatican marks

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Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Dangle Earrings

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18k Gold

Turn-of-the-Century Turquoise Scarab Locket, circa 1900
Turn-of-the-Century Turquoise Scarab Locket, circa 1900

Turn-of-the-Century Turquoise Scarab Locket, circa 1900

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

A 14k yellow gold locket which has been decorated with a turquoise scarab beetle. The locket measures 2 inches from top of the bale to the bottom, and 1 inch across. *Pictured with ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century 1.32 CTW Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring
Mid-Century 1.32 CTW Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring

Mid-Century 1.32 CTW Diamond Emerald Ruby 18 Karat Gold Antique Scarab Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized scarab with spindly legs flanked by lotus motif shoulders Featuring bead set single cut diamonds in rows along back and across lotus Weighing approximately 0.6...

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Vintage 1950s Victorian Engagement Rings

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

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch
Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch Wearable Art.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Victorian Scarab Beetle Insect Brooch Pin set with magnificent Bohemian Garnet gems.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Vermeil, Gilt Metal

Antique Scarab beetle pendant, 9k yellow gold, charm
Antique Scarab beetle pendant, 9k yellow gold, charm

Antique Scarab beetle pendant, 9k yellow gold, charm

Located in NEWARK, GB

A beautiful antique Victorian scarab beetle drop pendant. It has a 9ct yellow gold closed back setting and houses a real iridescent green scarab beetle set into the beaded gold claw...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver
Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver

Victorian Natural Scarab Beetle Bracelet Egyptian Revival Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare and wonderful antique Victorian Egyptian Revival Bracelet with 11 Natural Iridescent Green Scarab Beetles set in Sterling Silver.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Egyptian Revival Moldavite Scarab Gold Cufflinks
Victorian Egyptian Revival Moldavite Scarab Gold Cufflinks

Victorian Egyptian Revival Moldavite Scarab Gold Cufflinks

Located in Lexington, KY

These are an exquisite pair of 15K yellow gold Victorian Egyptian Revival scarab cufflinks. The scarabs are carved from moldavite, a naturally occurring glass.

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Antique 1860s Unknown Egyptian Revival Cufflinks

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold Two Sided Victorian Carnelian Scarab Ring
18 Kt Gold Two Sided Victorian Carnelian Scarab Ring

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 created in c. 1880. I love the fact that the ring rotates and shows a potter creating an...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Dome Rings

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Gold Victorian Egyptian Scarab Beetle Brooch Stick Pin
14 Karat Gold Victorian Egyptian Scarab Beetle Brooch Stick Pin

14 Karat Gold Victorian Egyptian Scarab Beetle Brooch Stick Pin

Located in Wallkill, NY

Victorian Egyptian Scarab Beetle Brooch Stick. Stunning Iridescent Green beetle scarab on this gold stick pin. 14K Gold.

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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Filled Turtles Brooch with Egyptian Scarab Shells
Antique Victorian Gold Filled Turtles Brooch with Egyptian Scarab Shells

Antique Victorian Gold Filled Turtles Brooch with Egyptian Scarab Shells

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Victorian gold filled brooch. Consisting of 3 turtles mounted on a bar pin supporting a fourth suspended by 2 fine link chains.

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Early 20th Century Victorian Brooches

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Gold-filled

Vintage Scarab Bracelet
Vintage Scarab Bracelet

Vintage Scarab Bracelet

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Vintage Scarab Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

During the Victorian era, "Egyptomania" took hold, and scarabs became more popular than ever— in some cases, actual desecrated beetles were used in the jewels.

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20th Century Victorian Retro Bracelets

Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Amber Scarab Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Amber Scarab Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Victorian Egyptian Revival Carved Amber Scarab Pearl Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Located in South Pasadena, CA

Victorian Egyptian Revival carved amber scarab seed pearl and yellow gold drop earrings circa 1890.

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Antique 1890s Victorian Drop Earrings

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Amber, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Snake Turquoise Scarab 14 Karat Gold Ring Egyptian Revival Antique
Victorian Snake Turquoise Scarab 14 Karat Gold Ring Egyptian Revival Antique

Victorian Snake Turquoise Scarab 14 Karat Gold Ring Egyptian Revival Antique

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare antique Egyptian Revival Ring with a snake curled around a Turquoise Scarab - how wonderful! The Scarab is hand carved of natural Persian Turquoise.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Cocktail Rings

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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Earrings With Genuine Scarab Beetles 19Kt Gold
ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Earrings With Genuine Scarab Beetles 19Kt Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Earrings With Genuine Scarab Beetles 19Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Egyptian-Etruscan revival scarab beetles earrings These are an incredible pair of dangle earrings, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1870.

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Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Dangle Earrings

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Pendant With Genuine Scarab Beetle In 19Kt Gold
ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Pendant With Genuine Scarab Beetle In 19Kt Gold

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1870 Victorian Pendant With Genuine Scarab Beetle In 19Kt Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Egyptian-Etruscan revival scarab beetles pendant. This is a very beautiful and unusual pendant, created in England during the Victorian period, back in the 1870.

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Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Micromosaic Scarab Ring of 18k Gold
Antique Micromosaic Scarab Ring of 18k Gold

Antique Micromosaic Scarab Ring of 18k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

A statement ring created from a Victorian era button (circa 1870) The face of the ring features intricate micro-mosaic work depicting a scarab beetle, surrounded by a detailed bord...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Fashion Rings

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14k Gold

Antique Scarab Gold Fob or Pendant or Charm
Antique Scarab Gold Fob or Pendant or Charm

Antique Scarab Gold Fob or Pendant or Charm

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Antique 18k gold scarab pendant fob. Caving of a woman on the underside of scarab.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Natural Scarab Earrings Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Antique Egyptian Revival Natural Scarab Earrings Enamel 14 Karat Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Natural Scarab Earrings Enamel 14 Karat Gold

Located in New York, NY

Belle Epoque - Art Deco Egyptian Revival masterpieces. The earrings with iridescent green natural Scarab insects in the center surrounded by a stunning 14-16 Karat Gold border with ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings

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14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Egyptian Revival Scarab Wing Enamel Gold Pendant
Egyptian Revival Scarab Wing Enamel Gold Pendant

Egyptian Revival Scarab Wing Enamel Gold Pendant

Located in London, GB

A Victorian scarab pendant, the Egyptian steatite scarab set within a yellow gold and enamel wing surround, marked 15ct gold, circa 1880, measuring approximately 4.9 x 2.3cm, gross w...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch
Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Brooch

Located in London, GB

A Victorian Egyptian revival scarab brooch, the carved green hardstone scarab set within a gold wire frame to ruby set snakes and enamelled wings set with alternate rose-cut diamonds...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Brooches

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Scarab Spinner Ring
Victorian Scarab Spinner Ring

Victorian Scarab Spinner Ring

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Archaeological discoveries in Egypt in the late 1800s were front-page news throughout Europe and the United States. The tombs, pyramids, and Sphinx fascinated the Western world, and ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival More Rings

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18k Gold

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Antique 10 Carat Amethyst Diamond Spider Insect Pendant Necklace Vintage Gold

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Firenze, IT

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Located in Baltimore, MD

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By Narciso Rodriguez

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By Chaumet

Located in PARIS, FR

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By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

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Antique Bohemian Garnet Victorian Bangle

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Located in Brighton, GB

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Located in New York, NY

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Art Nouveau Hair Pin Hair Ornament Garnet Silver Gilt

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Located in Munich, Bavaria

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Antique Victorian Mourning Cross Pendant in Gold, Silver, Pearls, Diamonds.
Antique Victorian Mourning Cross Pendant in Gold, Silver, Pearls, Diamonds.

Antique Victorian Mourning Cross Pendant in Gold, Silver, Pearls, Diamonds.

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

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Victorian Scarab For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate victorian scarab for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect victorian scarab may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a victorian scarab has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany & Co. and Marcus & Co. are consistently popular. While most can agree that any victorian scarab from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 10 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cabochon versions for sale. When shopping for a victorian scarab, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Victorian Scarab?

Prices for a victorian scarab can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $485 and can go as high as $20,263, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,750.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.