Egyptian - Scarabs/Amulets

The scarab was of prime significance in the funerary cult of ancient Egypt. Typically carved from green stone to represent the dung beetle, scarabs were held sacred by the ancient Egyptians as a symbol of the motive power of the sun. The hieroglyphic images (cartouches) convey ideas of transformation, renewal, and resurrection. Excavations of ancient Egyptian sites have yielded images of the scarab in bone, ivory, stone, Egyptian faience and precious metals, dating from the Sixth Dynasty up to the period of Roman rule.

Egyptian Faience Apeh Amulet Faience molded amulet in the form of a Apeh, depicted as a sow or pig. Sacred to goddess Thoueris, the Hippopotamus, $295.00

Egyptian Jasper Scarab Gold Ring Choice ancient Egyptian green jasper scarab set into modern 14kt gold ring. Scarab dates to the Middle Kingdom, Dynasties 12/13th - Ca 1991 to 1718 BC. and is carved in... $3,495.00 On-Hold

Ovoid Egyptian Cowroid Amulet 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, $595.00

Egyptian Amulet, Set into Solid Gold Tie-Clip! 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)... $995.00

Egyptian Stone Scarab Depicting a Goat Ancient Egyptian Stone Scarab, 2nd Intermediate Period, ca. 1650 - 1549 BC. Depicting a goat. 15mm x 11mm, intact and nicely-rendered. $295.00

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An amulet, meaning "an object that protects a person from trouble", is a close cousin of the talisman and consists of any object intended to bring good luck and/or protection to its owner. These symbolic figures or objects were worn by the living and the dead for their protective powers.