Beautiful carved Aventurine Scarab Cabochon set in a simple hand-forged sterling silver bezel. It sits atop of a double 16 gauge sterling silver band. The ring has been oxidized and tumbled to give it a darkened matte finish. It is a size 5.75.
Scarabs are a common type of amulet, seal or ring bezel found in Egypt, Nubia and Syria from the 6th Dynasty until the Ptolemaic Period (2345-30 BC). The earliest were purely amulet and un-inscribed: it was only during the Middle Kingdom (2055-1650 BC) that they were used as seals.
Scarabs serve many purposes other than to serve as mere decorations. Over the ages, they have been used to symbolize wealth, used as currency, fashion accessory and also to serve as a form of artistic expression. Precious metals and stones were used from very early ages as a sign of wealth and opulence. Royalty have always used Scarabs as a means for securing and consolidating wealth and even to the present day, some of the most precious pieces of jewelry are antiques. Royal jewels rank among the most expensive and luxurious assets of all times. Man forms of jewelry that we use today have their genesis as purely functional pieces. Pins, brooches and buckles were initially created to serve specific practical purposes, but they later evolved into more decorative versions and began to be considered as jewelry for adornment.
Aventurine is a stone of prosperity. It reinforces leadership qualities and decisiveness. Promotes compassion and empathy. Encourages perseverance. Aventurine relieves stammers and severe neuroses. It stabilizes one’s state of mind, stimulates perception and enhances creativity. Aids in seeing alternatives and possibilities. Calms anger and irritation. Promotes feelings of well-being. Aventurine balances male-female energy. It encourages the regeneration of the heart.
Stone: Aventurine
Size: 5.75
Metal: Sterling Silver
This is a one-of-a-kind item. You will receive the exact piece that is pictured.