Phoenician Amethyst Scarab in Gold Setting Necklace

An ancient Phoenician amethyst scarab in a granulated gold setting, restrung with four finely granulated Phoenician gold pillow beads, a teardrop ancient amethyst, and ancient gold granulated beads. The necklace also includes modern round amethyst beads, with a modern 22 karat gold clasp.

Ca. 9th - 7th century BC.
Length: 18 in. (45.7 cm).

Formerly in an Israeli private collection.