Victorian Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch aigrette Modelled in 15k gold throughout

Modelled in 15k gold throughout

and Blue Sapphires

tests as 14k gold and platinum

converted from Victorian bar brooch

Excellent - note two of the caps have been used

Victorian Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch aigrette Modelled in 15k gold throughoutDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An incredible Victorian Egyptian Revival winged scarab brooch dating from the 1880s. It's expertly crafted, and set with an array of coloured gemstones, including emerald, ruby, and turquoise, as well as rose cut diamonds. The scarab was highly symbolic to the ancient Egyptians, representing rebirth and renewal. They believed the sun was rolled across the sky each day by a giant (the god Khepri), and indeed, this scarab is