Egyptian Revival 800 Silver Winged Scarab Beetle Brooch – Multicoloured Enamel – Art Deco Style

An attractive and unusual vintage or possibly antique Egyptian Revival brooch featuring a striking winged scarab beetle design.

The central raised turquoise-coloured scarab is surrounded by outstretched wings decorated in vibrant red, green and white enamel, with additional blue enamel detailing above the beetle.

The design is characteristic of the Egyptian Revival style, particularly associated with the Art Deco period of the 1920s and 1930s.

The reverse bears a worn but identifiable 800 silver mark, indicating 800 standard silver (80% silver content), together with a separate small C mark towards the edge of the backplate.

The precise maker and country of manufacture have not been established.

Details:

• Egyptian Revival winged scarab brooch

• Marked 800 silver

• Multicoloured enamel decoration

• Raised turquoise-coloured scarab, material untested

• Decorative winged design

• Approximately 4cm wingspan

• Traditional pin and catch fastening

• Additional C mark on reverse

• Possibly early 20th century

Condition:

Good antique/vintage condition overall, with age-related wear, tarnishing and areas of surface discolouration, particularly to the reverse.

There is some wear to the enamel decoration and gilded-coloured finish, consistent with age and previous use.

The central scarab remains an attractive feature of the piece.

The pin and catch are present.

The material of the central scarab has not been tested, and no claim is made that it is natural turquoise.

Please study all photographs carefully, as these form an important part of the condition description.

An unusual and decorative piece of Egyptian Revival jewellery, appealing to collectors of antique silver, Art Deco jewellery and Egyptian-inspired designs.