{"product_id":"edwardian-egyptian-revival-turquoise-and-seed-pearl-gold-ankh-pendant","title":"Edwardian Egyptian Revival Pendant","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA fine Edwardian Egyptian Revival pendant in the form of an \u003cem\u003eankh\u003c\/em\u003e, set with robin's egg blue turquoise cabochons and lustrous seed pearls in 9ct yellow gold. Made in Britain around 1910, this piece reflects the widespread fascination with ancient Egypt that followed the period's major archaeological discoveries.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe pendant is modelled in the classic \u003cem\u003eankh\u003c\/em\u003e form; the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic symbol representing \u003cem\u003elife\u003c\/em\u003e. Known as the \"key of life,\" the ankh was one of the most potent and enduring symbols in Egyptian cosmology. It was commonly depicted in the hands of gods, pharaohs, and funerary art, symbolising eternal life, divine protection, and the union of masculine and feminine energies.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSet along the crossbeam and vertical stem are graduated seed pearls, each carefully bezel-set to maximise their creamy lustre. The upper loop is inlaid with a graceful arc of graduated turquoise cabochons, offering a vibrant contrast and reinforcing the Near Eastern aesthetic.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis pendant weighs 3.22g and measures 3.5cm x 1.7cm. It bears a stamped ‘9ct’ mark and tests as 9K gold. A fine example of its type, perfect for anyone interested in antique symbolism, jewellery history, or the early 20th century's romantic Egyptomania.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e c.1910\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9ct yellow gold, turquoise cabochons, seed pearls\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 x 1.7 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.22g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped ‘9ct’, tests as 9K gold\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition. All stones secure, minimal wear to settings.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48873836970292,"sku":"1017810122","price":10878.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A5594_2279630.jpg?v=1756227012","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/en-no\/products\/edwardian-egyptian-revival-turquoise-and-seed-pearl-gold-ankh-pendant","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}