Egyptian Revival Ba Pendant

Egyptian Revival Ba PendantAn attractive Egyptian Revival pendant depicting the human headed bird god Ba. Representing the part of the soul that could travel between the worlds of the living and the dead, Ba is often depicted hovering over the deceased. From the Encyclopedia Britannica: Ba, in ancient Egyptian religion, with the ka and the akh, a principal aspect of the soul; the ba appears in bird form, thus expressing the mobility of the soul after death. Originally written

It's crafted in 18 carat gold and dates from the latter half of the 19th century

vivid royal blue sapphire

she sits beautifully just below the neck

The panels - certified as type A jadeite - have been expertly carved with poppy motifs

rococo style openwork to the sides of the band

they're paste gemstones with a thin "slice" of garnet fused onto the crown

while the cherubic Cupid gazes up at her and the Torch of Passion blazes by her side

Length: 7 inches to 6 inches

the brooch is very much Middle Eastern

An excellent antique watch chain necklace with chunky

4mm (not including bail)

light wear to the stones consistent with age