This is an onyx marble Egyptian scarab (dung beetle) paperweight. About the Scarab The scarab was one of the most popular amulets in ancient Egypt and was a symbol of the sun god Ra. As a symbol of resurrection, transformation, and self-creation, it was treasured as a good luck charm. Similar Natural Stone Paperweights and Figurines If you are looking for natural stone figurines and paperweights similar to those in the image, you may also find natural stone figurines weighing close to 150g, such as the following: Box 2