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Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Inspired Tortoise Beetle Necklace

£350.00

This rare necklace is emblematic of the Egyptian Revival aesthetic and dates from the late Victorian through to the 1920s. 

Condition Report:

Excellent  

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The Details...

This gilded metal cable chain necklace is detailed with nine claw set, iridescent preserved Tortoise beetles. The beetles are open-back mounted so that the undersides of their bodies can be seen. The necklace fastens with a bayonet clasp. The necklace measures 46cm

To view a clip of this piece, click here: Tortoise Beetle Necklace

A Short History...

During the Victorian era, a fascination with the natural world led to the incorporation of real preserved insects within jewellery. Tortoise beetles were a popular choice, as the iridescence of their bodies allowed pieces to glisten and shine. The resemblance of Tortoise beetles to Scarabs also meant that they appealed to those enamoured with Ancient Egypt. Increased archeological excavations in the nineteenth century had led to a rapid development of Egyptomania amongst the jewellery buying classes. The Egyptian Revival of the 1920s thanks to the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun also saw tortoise beetle jewellery increase in popularity too and, therefore, this necklace could have been made in the period from the Victorian era through to the 1920s. 

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Perfect for a collector of rare jewellery or those fascinated by the fashions of the past, this necklace would look stunning worn or on display. 

Product Details

N880

Data sheet

Era
Victorian
Occasion
Smart Casual
Style
Inspired by Nature
Colour
Green

The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:

- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.

- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.

- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.

- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.

- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.

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