{"product_id":"victorian-gold-fill-faience-turquoise-scarab-motif-pendant-necklace","title":"Victorian Gold-Fill Faience \u0026 Turquoise Scarab-Motif Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDuring the 19th century, the discoveries of ancient archaeological finds influenced and introduced what is referred to as \"archaeological revival jewelry,\" or \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEgyptian revival jewelry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e.\" The initial Egyptian Revival period flourished from the 1820s and was inspired by ancient Egyptian imagery, such as the scarab beetle, sphinxes, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics. Some pieces were crafted using a material known as Egyptian \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003efaience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\", which is the oldest form of non-clay glazed ceramic, and is often found in a range of blue and green colors. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAn absolutely striking pendant necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in gold-fill, this piece begins with an ornate chain comprised of interlocking, ellipse-shaped links. Half of the links feature texturizing engravings, which add to the bold look of the chain. The chain secures with a spring ring clasp. The chain is interrupted by a large horizontally-set pendant. The center of the pendant features a bezel-set piece of \u003cstrong\u003efaience\u003c\/strong\u003e, which has been carved to resemble a scarab. The \u003cstrong\u003efaience \u003c\/strong\u003estone is surrounded by a twisting rope-motif border. The scarab is complemented on both the left and right by bezel-set turquoise cabochons, which are also encircled by twisting rope-motif borders. The similar bluish-green hues of the \u003cstrong\u003efaience\u003c\/strong\u003e and turquoise create a wonderful contrast to the gold-fill setting. The remainder of the large pendant's front surface features wave-motif engravings, and the backside of the component is smooth and simple. A one-of-a-kind find, this pendant necklace would make a special addition to any antique jewelry collection!\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e The necklace has a total length of 16\". The pendant measures 2 1\/2\" wide and 1\" tall.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e The overall condition of the piece is excellent. There is no apparent damage to the gold-fill setting and chain, and the spring ring clasp is secure and in working order. Both the \u003cstrong\u003efaience\u003c\/strong\u003e stone and turquoise cabochon are intact and securely set.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"A. Brandt + Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50632939798767,"sku":"50093","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8307\/files\/50093_4107598.jpg?v=1787937821","url":"https:\/\/www.abrandtandson.com\/products\/victorian-gold-fill-faience-turquoise-scarab-motif-pendant-necklace","provider":"A. Brandt + Son","version":"1.0","type":"link"}