Egyptian Scarab Necklace
A silver necklace with an ancient Egyptian scarab inscribed with the Hieroglyphs: Ankh, Uraeus, Nefer.
Late Period, ca. 700-30 BC. Length of scarab: 12 mm. Intact and wearable
The ancient Egyptians believed the Scarabeus Beetle was able to spontaneously regenerate itself from cow dung, which these beetles can be observed rolling into small balls and burying. Consequently the scarab came to symbolize a spontaneous continuation of the life cycle. These finely carved amulets were worn in life and in necklaces around the mummy. Often the bases were inscribed with symbols or "words of power," intended to magically invigorate the wearer.
Formerly in an Isreali private collection.
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