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Ancient Egyptian Pottery Scarab Seal and 14k Gold American Chain Link Necklace
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DETAILS
An ancient Egyptian dark brown pottery seal now mounted as a long necklace pendant. The scarab seal hieroglyphs include opposing monkeys and an eye. The long American gold chain necklace is a later addition. Note: sold to benefit the Denver Art Museum.
MAKER
Necklace: Automatic Gold Chain Company (Providence, RI, founded 1912). Founder: Edwin Speidel.
MARKS
Links hallmarked: AC Co 14k. Scarab gold mounts unmarked.
WEIGHT
Approximate weight: 0.34 troy ounces
DIMENSIONS
Chain: Length 24 inches
Scarab: Width 0.75 Depth 0.5 Height 1.25 inches
