Victorian Scarab MandibleThe Story: Deep black with a delicious shine I truly hate to let this one go. Scarabs have long symbolized rebirth and transformation, and the Victorians were nuts for them. The Details: Tests as 18k gold. Length: 3. 5cm Weight: . 6 grams Condition: Very good antique condition.

with delicate seed pearls at each crescent tip

Moderate scuffs and nicks to glazed panels

with no missing tessarae

A classically French piece

following the launch of the first satellite in 1957 - a perfect blend of space-age inspiration and mid-century design

Paste clear with no chips or visible scratches

surrounded by black enamel with a sweet bow on top

and pearls are well-matched

Hallmarks for Chester

and twelve smaller panels with twisted wire detail

The "toi et moi" theme began with Napoleon's gift to Josephine in the 18th century and has endured ever since

This piece is likely a medal from a carrier pigeon competition