{"product_id":"1990s-archival-roberto-cavalli-egyptian-scarab-brass-enameled-necklace","title":"1990s Archival Roberto Cavalli Egyptian Scarab Brass Enameled Necklace","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Roberto Cavalli scarab jewelry of the 1990s represents a pinnacle of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003etheatrical luxury\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It bridged the gap between historical reverence and contemporary provocation, offering a tangible piece of the \"\u003cstrong\u003eEgyptian Renaissance\u003c\/strong\u003e\" that continues to inspire the brand's aesthetic today.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"m_8403480557915074950ms-outlook-mobile-body-separator-line\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and striking vintage statement necklace by Roberto Cavalli, dating to the 1990s — one of the most celebrated and creatively prolific decades of the Italian fashion house. The centrepiece features a magnificent winged scarab beetle, a symbol of protection and power in Ancient Egyptian iconography, rendered in rich gold-tone brass with lustrous black enamel in immaculate condition. The intricate surface detailing — including finely engraved scale-like texturing across the wings and body — demonstrates the exceptional Italian craftsmanship for which Roberto Cavalli became renowned. The scarab is suspended from a substantial double wheat-link chain in gold-tone brass, fastening with a secure lobster clasp. The piece has impressive presence and weight at 105g, measuring 16 inches in length with the scarab pendant spanning 3 inches in width. Hallmarked “Roberto Cavalli Made in Italy” on the reverse of the pendant — a mark of authenticity characteristic of the brand’s 1990s production. \u003cspan\u003eThe necklace features several hallmarks of 90s archival Cavalli jewelry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003cb\u003eThe Winged Scarab Motif:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike simpler pendant versions, the winged scarab represents the solar deity Khepri. The spread-wing design was specifically engineered to sit flat against the collarbone, serving as a piece of \"body armor.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003cb\u003eSignature Enameling:\u003c\/b\u003e The use of deep, opaque black enamel mimics the appearance of polished onyx, a stone favored by pharaonic royalty. This was often contrasted with hand-set crystals to catch the camera flashes of the era’s high-society events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003cb\u003eArtisanal Hardware:\u003c\/b\u003e The heavy, braided \"spiga\" (wheat) chain and the burnished gold-tone finish are characteristic of the Italian-made hardware that defined the brand’s quality before the shift toward mass-market licensing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003cb\u003eAuthenticity Markers:\u003c\/b\u003e The presence of the oval \"Roberto Cavalli - Made in Italy\" plaque on the reverse is the definitive marker of a\u003cstrong\u003e runway-era accessory\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cem\u003e distinguishing it from later diffusion lines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eArchival Rarity: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the current market, pieces from this specific era are categorized as \u003cb\u003e\"Archival Cavalli.\"\u003c\/b\u003e Since the designer's passing and the subsequent resurgence of 90s vintage interest, these items have transitioned from mere accessories to collectible artifacts of fashion history. Their scarcity is due to the limited production runs of the late 90s boutique collections, making well-preserved examples exceedingly difficult to locate.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition details: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent vintage condition, 1990s -The black enamel is flawless with no chips or cracks. Very slight wear to the chain consistent with age. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"STYLE-CHNGR","offers":[{"title":"9\/10","offer_id":56433672946044,"sku":null,"price":775.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/9433\/2408\/files\/1990s-Archival-Roberto-Cavalli-Egyptian-Scarab-Brass-Enameled-Necklace-STYLE-CHNGR-67593986572668.jpg?v=1774259690","url":"https:\/\/www.style-chngr.com\/products\/1990s-archival-roberto-cavalli-egyptian-scarab-brass-enameled-necklace","provider":"STYLE-CHNGR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}