Choice Egyptian Scarab dating to the New Kingdom period, 18th Dynasty, ca. 1479-1425 B.C., reign of Thutmosis II (often called the "Napoleon of Egypt"). Dominated early in his reign by his stepmother Hatshepsut; after she died, Thutmosis began expanding Egyptian rule into the Levant. Large scarab in typical beetle form of green glazed steatite, inscribed with cartouche of Thutmosis III. The king shown seated upon his throne wearing a khepresh - a blue military war crown, holding staff, before h... Click for details
Fabulous ancient Egyptian Cowroid Scarab dating to the New Kingdom period, 18th Dynasty, ca. 1479-1425 B.C., reign of Thutmosis III, often called the "Napoleon of Egypt." Dominated early in his reign by his stepmother Hatshepsut; after she died, Thutmosis began expanding Egyptian rule into the Levant. Large cowroid scarab of green glazed steatite, in lozenge form decorated on both sides inscribed on one side with cartouche and glyphs translated as - "Beautiful god, lord of the two lands." The ki... Click for details
A truly incredible ancient scarab dating to the New Kingdom period, 19th Dynasty, reign of Ramesses II (Ramesses the Great), ca. 1279 to 1213 B.C. Large blue-green scarab of green glazed steatite in typical beetle form inscribed on base with a hunting scene showing the pharaoh and one of his many sons, pharaoh holds bow and arrow as son looks on, lion and hare between. Larger than most measuring 19mm x 13mm, intact and choice. ... Click for details
Faience amulet with Eye of Horus on one side and the god Bes on the other. He is the god of childbirth, humor, merriment, song and dance. He is depicted as as stout, bearded dwarf with tall headdress. In this example we find just the head of Bes. This amulet is pierced for suspension. Measure 3/4"inch in width. Dates to approx the New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty.
A “cowroid” is a name given to a cowrie shell-shaped amulet, frequently inscribed and serving a purpose similar to that of a scarab. The cowrie shell amulet has been know as early as the time of the Pre-Dynastic period. It is also believed that the shape mimics the female genitalia.
Dates to the New Kingdom c. 18th- 20th Dynasty. All amulets pierced and in very good condition. All three amulets have glyphs and one h... Click for details
A “cowroid” is a name given to a cowrie shell-shaped amulet, frequently inscribed and serving a purpose similar to that of a scarab. The cowrie shell amulet has been know as early as the time of the Pre-Dynastic period. It is also believed that the shape mimics the female genitalia.
Dates to the New Kingdom c. 18th- 20th Dynasty. All amulets pierced and in very good condition. All three amulets have glyphs.... Click for details
A “cowroid” is a name given to a cowrie shell-shaped amulet, frequently inscribed and serving a purpose similar to that of a scarab. The cowrie shell amulet has been know as early as the time of the Pre-Dynastic period. It is also believed that the shape mimics the female genitalia.
Dates to the New Kingdom c. 18th- 20th Dynasty. All amulets pierced and in very good condition. All three amulets have glyphs and one h... Click for details
Cowroid: Name given to a cowrie shell-shaped amulet, frequently inscribed and serving a purpose similar to that of a scarab. This fine example dates to the New Kingdom, Dynasties 18/20 - ca 1570 to 1070 BC - and is made of faience, a type of glass paste. Upper section nicely incised and lower section showing series of glyphs. 20mm by 14mm and intact and choice. ... Click for details
A lovely ancient Egyptian amulet set into solid 14kt gold tie clip. Very fine open-work amulet created in glazed steatite, depicts a seated Horus (with falcon head) confronting individual with uraeus, cobra headdress. reverse with multiple glyphs. Amulet dates to New Kingdom, Dynasties 18 - 20, Ca 1570 70 1070 BC. Set into hallmarked gold tie-clip. We will leave the two married, but owner may wish to keep amulet and sell gold, or melt amulet and keep gold... Amulet measures 19mm x 13mm and ti... Click for details
Ancient Hathor head amulet in steatite. Light brown in colour with clear facial features. Has two suspension holes. Measures 0.5" in height and in great condition. Dates to the New Kingdom.
Provenance: Collected by Gustave Jéquier (1868-1946).
Authentication: Gayle Gibson, Egyptologist: Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto.... Click for details
