Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Bangle Rhodium Charming earrings with Japanese motifs

Charming earrings with Japanese motifs of birds and bullrushes with bamboo within a scrolled shell in two colour gold circa 1870 on later post and clip fittings

with raised gold bands on either side of the shank for subtle detail

*Reserved*  Pretty Victorian old cut diamond cluster ring set in 18 carat gold with a ribbed shank

adding refined sparkle to the richly textured gold

The Second French Empire lasted from January 14th 1852 to October 27th 1870 and was ruled by Emperor Napoleon 111

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Bangle Rhodium Charming earrings with Japanese motifsA substantial Victorian Egyptian Revival bangle in 22ct gold, circa 186070. At the centre is a large faience scarab, framed by enamelled ibis motifs and flanked by lotus flowers in coloured enamel, with three further green enamel lotus motifs along the upper section. Egyptian Revival jewellery became popular in the Victorian era, inspired by archaeological discoveries and a growing fascination with ancient Egyptian art and symbolism. Weight: 25. 1