Gold egyptian cartouche pendant “Nila”

Description

Sublime pendant from the 70s in 14 carat gold representing an Egyptian cartouche engraved with symbols such as the quail and the feather, held by a bail representing the profile of Nefertiti. An imposing piece that captures the light and evokes time immemorial.
Length: 5 cm with bail, 4 cm without bail.
Width: 1 cm
Weight: 2.86g.
Shell and Egyptian hallmarks.
This unique piece had a previous life in Egypt.

The story: Egyptian cartouches were used in the art and writing of ancient Egypt to frame the names of pharaohs or high-ranking individuals. They symbolize eternity and the importance of the person whose name is inscribed inside. Here, we find the quail symbol of fertile nature, the feather associated with justice and the leg, the symbol of departure.