Antique 18ct Gold Scarab Faience Flip Swivel Ring (Archaeological Revival Era) rubies The Gold surfaces and gilded

The Gold surfaces and gilded detailing are crisp and well-preserved

There is some excess Gold at the bottom of the setting however this does not affect her overall beauty

its honeyed fire intensified by the foil behind the stone

and only has some surface wear to note from where it has likely been purity tested over the years

A remarkable piece of craftsmanship from the Victorian era

Antique 18ct Gold Scarab Faience Flip Swivel Ring (Archaeological Revival Era) rubies The Gold surfaces and gildedDescription: A captivating Victorian Archaeological Revival ring in rich 18ct Gold, centred by a beautifully carved green Faience scarab. The scarab is embraced by a ropetwist bezel and handworked wire details at the shoulders, giving the piece wonderful texture and presence. Its closedback setting and swivelmounted construction echo the talismanic jewels of antiquity with an unmistakably Victorian sensibility. The Gold has developed a warm patina