A Victorian Garnet And Diamond Scarab Pin/ring

A Victorian Garnet And Diamond Scarab Pin/ring

Description

A Victorian garnet and diamond scarab pin/ring, the body of the scarab formed by a red cabochon-cut garnet applied with rose-cut diamond-set decorations , the head set with an old European-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.3 carats and cabochon-cut ruby-set eyes, the legs and claws embellished with rose-cut diamonds, all set in silver to yellow gold back, circa 1870, to a later yellow gold ring with split shoulders and ridged shank, and associated stick pin fitting, the scarab measuring approximately 2 x 1.7cm, finger size M ½, gross weight 12.7 grams.

An outstanding Victorian scarab ring. During the mid-Victorian era, archaeological excavations gave rise to a renewed interest in the ancient world. This ring is inspired by the ancient Egyptian scarab beetle motif. The beetle is made from a single impressive and glowing cabochon garnet set with glittering diamond details on its body and bright ruby eyes. This ring is bold and eye-catching on the finger and is a splendid example of Egyptian revival Victorian craftsmanship.