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Important 18K gold Ruby malachite Scarab brooch
About the Item
Over the history and in ancient Egyptian religion the scarab was the symbol of immortality, resurrection, transformation and protection. It was one of the most important religious Egyptian Symbols in the mythology. The Scarab beetle symbolized the sun because the ancient Egyptians saw a likeness between the scarab beetle rolling the dung and the sun god rolling the sun, making it shine on Earth.
For sale a very important scarab brooch mounted in 18K gold. The body of the creature is made of a large dome shaped malachite cabochon, which measures over 20mm in diameter! The malachite shows its characteristic natural circle banding that gives it a distinctive beauty. The eyes of the scarab are made of two red rubies. The brooch is finely crafted with a very artistic design. The work on his legs, his butt as well as his back is equally remarkable. The brooch is hallmarked with 18K gold on the back.
Malachite is an opaque gem with a strong bluish green to green color. It typically shows curved banding (in varying shades of green). It has a long history as a gem: It was found by early civilizations as they emerged from the Stone Age. The Egyptians used malachite for jewelry and other ornamental purposes as early as 4000 Bc. In the Middle Ages (from about 500 to 1500 AD) people in Europe often hung malachite on cradles to assure peaceful sleep for their children and protect them from witchcraft. People wore pieces with eye shaped markings as amulets to ward off the “evil eye.” Using the malachite to create the body of the scarab gives the brooch another historical meaning.
It is also be a wonderful gentlemen brooch to pin on the tie or on the suit jacket.
Measurements and Condition
In overall very good vintage condition with very slight traces of use on the gold.
18K hallmark and a maker’s mark on the back of the brooch.
Length: 47mm
Width: 30mm
Weight: 23g
- Metal:18k Gold
- Stone:Malachite,Ruby
- Stone Cut:Cabochon
- Weight:23 g
- Dimensions:Height: 1.86 in (47 mm)Width: 1.19 in (30 mm)
- Style:Contemporary
- Place of Origin:Europe
- Period:20th Century
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1980s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Versailles, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3037218130592
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