Multi Gemstone Scarab Link Bracelet With Safety Chain Appraisal

Multi-Gemstone Scarab Link Bracelet with Safety Chain

This item is a vintage bracelet featuring multiple carved gemstone scarabs set in individual bezels and connected by articulated gold-tone links. The bracelet consists of seven distinctive scarab-shaped cabochons, each carved with the likeness of an Egyptian scarab beetle on one side, and some likely feature hieroglyphic-style carvings or plain backs on the reverse, though only the carved 'beetle' side is clearly visible here. The gemstones display a vibrant array of colors, including dark green (possibly chrysoprase or malachite), turquoise, deep red (likely carnelian or garnet), a multi-toned brownish-white stone (possibly jasper or agate), a rich blue (likely lapis lazuli or a blue chalcedony), and another dark green/blue stone (possibly dark chrysoprase or obsidian). Each scarab is horizontally oriented and secured within an individual oval-shaped bezel setting, which is then connected to the next by small, rounded gold-tone links that allow for flexibility. The metal appears to be a warm gold tone, and the context suggests it is 12k gold. The bracelet fastens with a spring-ring clasp and includes an additional delicate rope-style safety chain for added security. The overall construction suggests a mid-20th-century aesthetic, likely influenced by the renewed interest in Ancient Egyptian motifs, which saw a peak in jewelry design during the 1920s and again later in the century. The craftsmanship is generally good, with neatly set stones and well-formed links. There is visible wear consistent with age, such as potential surface scratches to the gemstones and minor tarnishing or wear on the metal, particularly on raised areas or along the chain links. No specific maker's marks or hallmarks are discernible from the provided images, which would be crucial for a definitive material and origin assessment.