Etruscan Revival Micro Mosaic Scarab Pendant
 
Striking micro mosaic pendant (converted from a brooch) with three dimensional iridescent  scarab  standing proudly in the centre, lifelike yet dramatic.
The grey glass uses to depict his wings is so well crafted that despite being opaque they actually look translucent.
The edge of the oval mosaic is decorated with a cerulean blue zig zag.
 
The mosaic is set in a 9 carat simple frame with raised bezel and decorated around the base with a fine gold wire rope twist.
 
The revesrse is backed with silver
 
It is likely that this is a Grand Tour souvenir, purchased by travellers in italy
 
Weighs - 11.56g
Measures - 40 x 30mm
9 carat gold and glass mosaic
Italian mosaic circa 1880
 
Condition - good antique condition. Slight ding where the brooch pin was removed