Amethyst & Enamel Scarab Ring | Vintage Ring silver ring An attractive carved carnelian scarab

An attractive carved carnelian scarab charm created from an antique 14k gold stick pin (circa 1910)

1 inches from top to bottom by 2

there has been a small bit of enamel restoration (visible only under magnification)

griffins and other mythological creatures was quite popular during the Art Nouveau era

Amethyst & Enamel Scarab Ring | Vintage Ring silver ring An attractive carved carnelian scarabAncient Egyptians believed the scarab faced god, Khepri caused the sun to rise each day, and as such, scarabs are an ancient symbol of renewal, creation, and rebirth. This colorful ring features a hand carved amethyst scarab accented with black and green enamel and mounted in 14k gold. The face of the ring measures 0. 6 inches tall by 0. 5 inches wide. It is in good condition with some wear to the enamel (visible under magnification). The ring is