Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Conversion Necklace photographer charm Pietra dura requires incredible attention

Pietra dura requires incredible attention to detail

This brilliant vintage ring (circa 1950-1960) features vivid turquoise cabochons braided into a shimmering 18k gold bypass band

This finely rendered charm was originally a finely rendered Art Nouveau era stick pin (circa 1900-1915)

The reverse of one of the swallows is engraved "Oct

9 inches (22mm) tall by 0

Antique Egyptian Revival Enamel Conversion Necklace photographer charm Pietra dura requires incredible attentionAncient Egyptians believed the scarab faced god, Khepri caused the sun to rise each day, and as such, scarabs are an ancient symbol of renewal, creation, and rebirth. This necklace was converted from an antique pin (circa 1910) by removing the pin findings and adding a 14k gold chain. The pendant features a winged scarab of 18k gold, adorned in white, blue and red enamel. The pendant measures 0. 65 inches by 1. 5 inches wide. The total necklace length