Details

• Metropolitan Museum of Art (MMA)
• Designed after artifacts in The Met’s collection
• Rich warm red-orange carnelian beads
• Hand-carved scarab intaglio centerpiece
• Scarab set in gold-tone bezel inspired by ancient Egyptian jewelry
• Decorative granulated detailing on the mount
• Hook-and-eye clasp
• Signed MMA
• Era: late 1970s/early 1980s
• Material: carnelian beads with gold-tone plated metal (possibly 24k,
  per period museum production)
• Measurements: length 17″; scarab 1.5” (including bale), width 0.75″,
  beads approx. 6mm
• Made in USA
• Condition: vintage – very good (light wear consistent with age)
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Collector’s Note: MMA signed jewelry is highly regarded among collectors for its limited production runs and ties to authentic museum artifacts. The scarab—a symbol of rebirth and protection in ancient Egypt—makes this necklace especially meaningful, adding both historical resonance and aesthetic appeal. The carnelian beads further enhance its allure, as the stone was cherished by Egyptians for vitality and energy.