Ancient Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Scarab RingThis ancient Egyptian lapis lazuli scarab dates from the Late Period to the Ptolemaic era (c. 66430 BC). The finely carved scarab is set in a high karat gold swivel mount from a later date, carefully designed in the same design as ancient Egyptian gold mounts, featuring a rotating bezel and wrapped wire detailing on the shoulders. Scarabs were powerful symbols of protection, transformation, and resurrection in ancient Egyptian culture. Often placed in