Gold and lapis lazuli scarab pendant “Khepre”

Description

Imposing pendant from the 70s in 14-carat gold representing a scarab whose shell is formed of large lapis lazuli inserts in deep blue shades speckled with gold. The head of the beetle, delicately engraved in gold, is surmounted by a fixed grooved bail. A symbolic jewel that enhances the contrast of gold and lapis lazuli.
Length: 3.9cm
Width: 1.7cm
Weight: 9.21g
Shell hallmark and Egyptian hallmark
This unique piece had a previous life in Egypt.

The story: The Egyptian scarab beetle, or sacred scarab beetle, is a powerful symbol in ancient Egypt as a symbol of rebirth and transformation. The scarab beetle is evocative of the sun crossing the sky, a process reflecting the cycle of life, death and resurrection. The scarab was often used as an amulet, believed to protect and bring good luck and spiritual renewal to the wearer. As a sun symbol, it was also associated with the god Khepri, who revived the sun every morning.