Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Axe Brooch brooches with the double C motif

with the double C motif and chain

modelled in Steel and 15k Gold

opens to reveal two old photographs within the original glass fittings

They would receive iron jewellery in return

cut into a nearly spherical cabochon that looks like a little planet Earth

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Axe Brooch brooches with the double C motifDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An unusual antique brooch modelled in the Egyptian Revival style. A faience scarab beetle is mounted as the centrepiece of a dual bladed battleaxe. The blades, which also resemble wings, are set with rose cut diamonds, and the beetle has been given two antennae with diamond studs at the ends. Further diamonds adorn the axe handle. It's crafted in 18k gold throughout, remarkable in style and execution. STONES Rose cut and old