Dating from the New Kingdom, 1570-1070 B.C., this museum replica brooch is based on a treasure from King Tut's tomb.
A representation of the sun-god Khepri, the scarab rolls the all powerful sun across the heavens, symbolizing rebirth and eternal life. He is surrounded by two guardian goddesses, Isis and Nephthys. Ancient Egyptian pectorals, jewelry in the form of a scene, were worn around the neck or as a brooch.
The original gold pectoral was found in the tomb of king Tutankhamen.
Height 1 1/4", Width 1 3/4". Gold plated pewter brooch is set with a bead of deep blue Lapis Lazuli.Gift Boxed.
Product Code:
MR-1655B
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Approximate Size (Inches): 0.08 wide x 1.75 deep x 1.25 high
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Approximate Shipping Weight: 0.25 lbs.
| Gemstone Properties |
| Lapis Lazuli |
Lapis lazuli is a relatively rare semi-precious stone that has been prized since antiquity for its intense blue color. Lapis lazuli was being mined in the Badakhshan province of Afghanistan as early as the 3rd millennium B.C.E. Trade in the stone is ancient enough for lapis jewelry to have been found at Predynastic Egyptian and ancient Sumerian sites, and as lapis beads at neolithic burials in Mehrgarh, the Caucasus, and even as far from Afghanistan as Mauritania. It is deep blue with veining, usually in white, with flecks of gold and/or silver. |
| Info |
| Origin |
Hand made in the USA |
| Materials |
| Gold Vermeil |
Vermeil is a combination of sterling silver, gold, and other precious metals, commonly used as a component in jewelry. A typical example is sterling silver coated with 14 carat (58%) gold. To be considered vermeil, the gold must be at least 10 carat (42%) and be at least 2.5 micrometres thick. Vermeil can be produced by either fire-gilding or electrolysis. Today, vermeil is safely produced by electrolysis. It is very durable with normal wear but as with all plating methods, it can be worn away in reaction with some people or chemicals |
| Mixed Metal |
Metal alloy with a silver or gold tone usually a blend of tin, copper and other materials. Lead free. May contain trace amounts of nickel which is used in silver tone pieces to enhance shine. Often plated with gold, silver or brass. |
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