Edwardian Pearl Swallow Brooch lapis This duality between Ra and

This duality between Ra and Thoth can be seen as a reflection of the ancient Egyptian belief in the importance of balance and harmony in the universe

being pulled by in various modes of travel by their own symbolic creatures

based on the biblical account of King Solomon’s Temple

but never one like this

it's crafted in 18 carat yellow gold with English hallmarks dating it to the year 1908

Edwardian Pearl Swallow Brooch lapis This duality between Ra andA charming antique swallow brooch from the Edwardian period, circa 1910. It's crafted in 15 carat gold throughout, with a soaring swallow studded with dainty pearls at the centre of the bar. Hirundo rustica; the barn swallow. The most widespread species in the Hirundinidae (swallow) family, found on every continent on earth, including Antarctica, and has in fact the largest natural distribution of any of the world's songbirds. Their broad dispersal is