Beetle Mania! Scarabs Take Flight on the Red Carpet

TALK ABOUT TRENDS taking off: Carved stone, enamel and gold scarabs, based on the ancient Egyptian symbol of the sacred beetle, are being interpreted by a slew of designers. Thought to be one of the most powerful talismans, they represent protection, transformation and rebirth. Modern designers concentrate on the protection aspect in fine jewelry and create a diverse range of scarabs, primarily translated into pendants.

Emily P. Wheeler

18K yellow gold, silk cord, diamond, turquoise, pink opal, tiger’s eye and enamel Scarab necklace.

emilypwheeler.com

$7,200

Jenna Blake

18K yellow gold, diamond and enamel Flying Scarab charm.

jennablake.com

$7,600

Mason & Books

Signature 14K gold Big Love Bug pendant in prasiolite and blue lace agate.

masonandbooks.com

$3,850

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