Real Scarab Beetle Vintage Pin neutral and energetically stippled all over

and energetically stippled all over spots

The exterior features a subtle

I am not entirely sure if it is one of a kind  or if there were a number of these produced

or European Art Pottery

It is signed on the bottom with what appears to be an FJ to start

Real Scarab Beetle Vintage Pin neutral and energetically stippled all overI find it quite amazing that this is actually a real, preserved beetle, but indeed it is! I found it stuck into a charming 19th century embroidered pin cushion that I purchased a few months ago at an antique shop, pins and all, and set it aside; only now have I done the research to learn that these are quite a thing. Scarab jewelry became very popular during the Egyptian revival in the 19th century, including pieces made with real scarabs, but I am