Egyptian Lotus brooch, blue/turquoise enamel

Description

Size: 1Ó x 5/8Ó
LOTUS JEWELRY
The lotus rises in the morning from the muddy waters to flower and is therefore a symbol of purity, resurrection, and perfect beauty. In Egyptian mythology, Horus, the newborn sun, rose from the lotus leaves. This flower symbolizes royalty, emblem of Upper Egypt, as the throne of Isis, Nepthys and Osiris. Enameled 24K antique gold plate over pewter.