Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Earrings modern The Latin phrase translates to

The Latin phrase translates to "With nothing but the Cross"

and "Affection

(NB obvs don't wear this as an engagement ring as the pearls won't withstand the daily wear that the 21st century's going to throw at it

a couple minor dings to the back

Clear as glass

Victorian Egyptian Revival Scarab Earrings modern The Latin phrase translates toDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Cool Victorian Egyptian Revival earrings dating from the 1880s. Each earring is set with a (real) green scarab beetle, and are complemented by little gold beads and drops. They're crafted in 9 karat yellow gold throughout, and date from the Victorian period. The enthusiasm for Ancient Egyptian designs in the decorative arts of the 19th Century is largely attributed to Napoleon's conquest of Egypt. Napoleon took a scientific