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EGYPTIAN FAIENCE WEDJAT-EYE AMULET IN LATER GOLD

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EGYPTIAN FAIENCE WEDJAT-EYE AMULET IN LATER GOLD
EGYPTIAN FAIENCE WEDJAT-EYE AMULET IN LATER GOLD
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Circa 688-343 BC, Late Dynastic Period, Dynasty 26-30A fine turquoise glazed composition eye amulet, also called the Eye of Horus, details and checkered pattern carved in raised relief, the eyebrow and pupil well defined, pierced horizontally for suspension. Mounted in a 22kt gold oval eye shaped pendant with suspension loop connected to a necklace.Horus was one of the most significant Ancient Egyptian deities, most commonly depicted with the head of a falcon, and the body of a man. The eye of Horus, also known as ‘Wedjat’, was an ancient symbol of protection, particularly for the afterlife, and was also used to deflect evil. For this reason, it was often worn or hung on the deceased at burial. This symbol was highly influential in Egyptian life, with ancient sailors painting the image on the bow of their vessels to ward off evil.For similar see:Flinders Petrie, Amulets. Size: L:37.5mm / W:30.3mm; 6.22g Provenance: Property of a London Gentleman; formerly in a private UK collection formed in the the 1990s.
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EGYPTIAN FAIENCE WEDJAT-EYE AMULET IN LATER GOLD

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