455, Lot: 568. Estimate $300. Sold for $280. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Egypt. Hyksos Period. 1650-1550 BC. Steatite scarab in modern 18kt yellow gold mount (scarab 17mm, in setting 28.5mm). Simple carving. Pierced for suspension. On face of scarab: Hyksos geometric pattern of two v-chevrons surround false cartouche. Mounted in modern yellow gold ring with swivel mount (marked 750). Well preserved scarab in an attractive, modern setting. Website shipping rates do not apply.

From the William Whetstone Collection.