Gold and turquoise beetle pendant “Karnak”

Description

Sublime pendant of the early 20th century in 18 carat gold set with an oval turquoise cut of 12 carats. Set on a chiseled gold strap, this impressive turquoise carved with the motif of the sacred scarab is enhanced by a bail in the shape of a Nefertiti head. A unique piece is imposing with meticulous work and motifs fraught with symbolism.
Length: 2.2cm without bail, 3.3cm with bail.
Width: 1.6cm
Thickness: 0.7cm
Weight: 4.8g
Egyptian hallmarks
This unique piece had a recent life in Egypt.

The story: this pendant consecrates two highly symbolic figures in Egyptian history and mythology: the sacred scarab and Queen Nefertiti. The Egyptian Scarab is indeed an ancestral lucky charm associated with the God Khepri, creator of the sun. The beetle attracts luck and prosperity, and its connection to the sun that rises every day also makes it a symbol of eternal life. Here it is enhanced by the profile of Nefertiti, whose perfect symmetry has elevated her to the rank of model of perfect beauty. The values of power, beauty and absolute wisdom that she conveys make jewelry with her effigy a very contemporary symbol of feminine power despite her ancient origins.