Dark Brown Celluloid Figa with 9K Gold Cap and 14K Gold Bail

Circa the 1920’s, this celluloid Figa is beautifully carved with 9k gold detailing and a 14k gold bail. The celluloid ranges in color from a tannish ivory to a rich reddish brown, an...

This 10k gold fob holds an onyx intaglio in a beautiful, structured Architectural Revival frame. The oval black onyx intaglio is carved with the image of a chariot driven by Nike, wh...

During the early 19th century, the discoveries of ancient archaeological finds influenced and introduced what is referred to as "Egyptian Revival Jewelry." The first Egyptian Revival period began around the 1820’s, inspired by the unearthing of ancient Egyptian ruins during that time. Images such as the scarab beetle, sphinxes, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics became popular motifs in fashion. Pieces were often crafted using a material known as Egyptian Paste or "faience", which is the oldest form of non-clay glazed ceramic and usually found in a range of blue and green colors.  In the 1920’s, there was another unearthing of treasures, making the trend popular once again. This scarab pendant is from that era—the third Egyptian Revival period. The scarab is a brown colored faience bead with tan overtones in its recesses that delineate the shape of the beetle. There are hieroglyphics on the back of the scarab. At the bottom of the scarab is a round 14k gold ball that extends as a wire through the bead and forms a bale at the top. The pendant measures 1 “ from the bottom of the ball to the top of the bale. The scarab measures 11/16” x 1/2”. The bale measures 5 mm. The piece weighs 2.55 grams. The gold is unmarked and acid tests as 14k. The scarab is in excellent condition for its age and is ready to hang on a chain of your choice. We have other sizes and colors of scarab jewelry...

At Kirsten’s Corner we always find a bit of magic in the reverse-painted Essex crystal items. They are made with a painstaking technique that involves carving on the back of the crys...

This classic 9ct gold fob holds a carnelian and bloodstone that spin! The gold work above the stones are ornate. Hallmarked Birmingham 1908. Stone Diameter: 15mm Height inc Loop: 26...

This classic 9ct gold fob holds a carnelian and bloodstone that spin! The gold work above the stones are ornate. Stone Dimensions: 18x15mm Height inc Loop: 27mm Weight: 6.1g

Vintage Large Oral Onyx and Carnelian 9ct Yellow Gold Spinning Fob Pendant beautiful spinning fob pendant The item comes without the box in the...

Antique, historical, large onyx gold pendant. The pendant can also be converted into a brooch without any problems. Unfortunately chipped in three places. Necklace not included in...