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Antique Winged Scarab Double Snake Brooch Amethyst Ruby Diamond Enamel Gold

About the Item

After the Suez Canal was opened in 1867 a fashion was set off in jewellery design, commonly known as Egyptian Revival to commemorate that sensational event. This fabulous winged scarab brooch is a fine example for this fashion. The wings are framed by two snakes with entwined heads. The snakes are decorated with a chiselled pattern the patterned skin of the reptiles. Round facetted rubies have been set in the snakes eyes. The body of the scarab is an amethyst cabochon that has been carved on both sides. The scarab's eyes are gold mounted rose diamonds. The reverse of the scarab is engraved with hieroglyphs. Each wing is set with ten round facetted rubies. The feathers are painted with green and white enamel. In the first row rose diamonds alternate with the green enamel. The feathers of the outer row are decorated with gold granulation, the tips of the feathers are highlighted with white enamel. The brooch is marked with Austrian hallmarks for 14 K. On the reverse of the brooch a plaque has been applied to each wing stating a number 'No 14418 as well as a so far unidentified makers mark.
  • Metal:
    Gold,Enamel,14k Gold
  • Stone:
    Amethyst,Diamond,Ruby
  • Stone Cut:
    Mixed Cut
  • Weight:
    9.86 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1.97 in (50 mm)Depth: 0.28 in (7 mm)Length: 0.6 in (15 mm)
  • Style:
    Egyptian Revival
  • Place of Origin:
    Austria
  • Period:
    1870-1879
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1490124789822

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