Egyptian Revival Stickpin of 10k Gold lapis heart The history of Christmas trees

The history of Christmas trees goes back to the symbolic use of evergreens in ancient Egypt and Rome and continues with the German tradition of candlelit Christmas trees first brought to America in the 1800s

This vintage charm (circa 1950–1960) is delightfully crafted in 14k gold as an anniversary cake

The gold content has been professionally verified through X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis and jeweler’s acid testing

The chain weighs 9

as it exhibits a foggy haze with brush-stroke like inclusions and locality-typical milky turbulance under magnification

Egyptian Revival Stickpin of 10k Gold lapis heart The history of Christmas treesExotic and symbolic, this antique stickpin (circa 18901910) depicts a finely detailed pharaohs head in 10k gold, flanked by stylized wings and accented with a luminous pearl. The design reflects the late Victorian and Edwardian fascination with Egyptian Revival jewelry, inspired by archaeology and the romance of ancient civilizations. The pin head measures approximately 0. 55 inches by 0. 45 inches wide, while the full length extends to 2. 4 inches.