Antique Egyptian Revival Pin, ca 1880
Our Notes
In 1869, the Suez Canal was completed, which opened up the Nile Valley to lots of archaeological excavation. In a time when Classical history was popularly used in the decorative arts and jewelry, Egypt offered a new visual vocabulary to be used. For example, falcons, scarabs, and gold pharaoh masks found their way into jewelry design.
This brooch fits this vernacular to a T! The Pharaoh’s mask takes center stage, placed among various Egyptian-inspired elements that might have been borrowed from hieroglyphs. The cold color is richly warm and the scale is perfect for so many applications.
England, ca 1880
Measurements, Materials & Care
Care
As our jewelry is worn, patinas will evolve, further personalizing them to each collector. Due to the nature of foiled jewelry, care should be taken in order to keep Larkspur & Hawk jewelry from becoming harmed. A few tips:
- Remove jewelry when applying lotions, soaps and perfume
- Remove jewelry before immersing hands in cleaning solvents or liquids
- Please note that oxidation may eventually wear off of rings, then return naturally
Shipping & Returns
Larkspur & Hawk offers shoppers to receive and live with their new pieces. If for any reason you are less than thrilled with a purchase, it may be returned for a full refund, unless marked as final sale. To qualify, merchandise must be postmarked within 14 days of the customer’s receipt and be in the items’ original and unused condition. All returns must include the original receipt. Larkspur & Hawk is not responsible for items lost during shipping.
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