Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Cross Pendant with Scarab Beetle

Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Cross Pendant with Taxidermy Scarab Beetle

A late 19th century 15ct yellow gold cross pendant set with taxidermy of scarab beetle. Circa 1890’s.

Beetle or Scarabæus is also a Chinese symbol of creation, resurrection, or new life. The Scarab beetle symbol has been looked upon as a symbol of Egyptian origin. In Ancient Egypt, the scarab beetle was seen as a potent solar symbol and as such an attractor of good fortune.

• Pendant length: 7.2cm
• Width: 5.7cm
• Depth: 0.8cm
• Gross weight: 9.72 grams
• Tests as 15ct gold
• Condition: Pre-owned, minor signs of usage and age, otherwise good overall condition