Lot 303
An early 20th century gold scarab ring.
Description
Condition Report
An early 20th century gold scarab ring. The glazed faience scarab beetle, within a collet mount, rotating to the stylised snake shoulders and shaped band. Weight 6.3gms.
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Purchasing information-
The lot is in good overall condition with scratches in keeping with general wear. The band has been repaired/resized with minor discolouration and slight pitting. Scarab has a slightly greenish blue glaze. cracks/fissures to the top of the scarab, likely done during manufacture. Small chips/losses, mostly to the scarab legs, again possibly done during manufacture. Length of scarab 1.4cms. Length of ring from snake head to snake head 2.3cms. Approximate ring size M however the hole for the finger is oval, not round.