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Antique Labradorite Beetle Scarab Bead Hard Stone Carving

$642.48
£480.90
€540
CA$882.47
A$986.71
CHF 517.57
MX$11,951.39
NOK 6,533.29
SEK 6,172.38
DKK 4,111.18

About the Item

This unusual carving in the shape of a beetle was carved out of one piece of labradorite in the 1920's ca. The beetle has been drilled from top to bottom and is intended to be used in a piece of jewellery. The bead has strong gold reflections as well as some blue hues.
  • Stone:
    Labradorite
  • Stone Cut:
  • Weight:
    1.97 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.28 in (7 mm)Width: 0.42 in (10.5 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1490125298402

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