EGYPTIAN Black Steatite Scarab

EGYPTIAN BLACK STEATITE SCARAB, archaic carved inscriptions on the flat face, on later GOLD 18K SWIVEL MOUNT.
Scarab : 3/4” x 1/2” x 3/8”; overall size including mount approx 1-1/4 x 1-1/4”
Gold work apparently unmarked, in the manner of a dynastic Egyptian swivel ring;

Gold tested 18k
Gross weight : .1915 troy ounce
Antiquities Note : We believe the engraved gem to be of the ancient world, but offer it without guarantee of period, because such authentication is subject to ongoing reversals of scholarly opinion, even by advanced specialists regarding property in major museums.
# 23030 a ...........................................$ 1,200.