Ancient Egypt Carved Green Amazonite Scarab (Auction 2026-06-05, Lot 163)

$385.50

Ancient Egypt, Third Intermediate Period, 21st to 25th Dynasty, ca. 1070 to 664 BCE. A rare amazonite scarab amulet of rich mottled green coloring, the dorsal surface rendered with the characteristic division of the elytra, prothorax, and clypeus in the canonical Egyptian tradition, with a longitudinal suspension hole drilled through the length of the body. The flat base bears a faint incised line but is uncarved. Amazonite, prized by the Egyptians for its vivid green color symbolizing fertility and rebirth, was among the most sacred materials used for scarab production. Size: 0.7″ L x 0.5″ W (1.8 cm L x 1.3 cm W)

Provenance: private Boise, Idaho, USA collection; ex-Malter Galleries, acquired in 1990s

Condition: Very Good. Pitting and softening to finer details. Light mineral deposits in recessed areas.