Victorian Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch aigrette and Blue Sapphires

and Blue Sapphires

This example is modelled in 22 karat gold

The clasp is elaborately decorated with floral

This ring would likely have been given to a close friend or relative at his funeral

Victorian Egyptian Revival Winged Scarab Brooch aigrette and Blue SapphiresDATE: 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