Late Period, 664-332 BC. A tan-coloured pendant of the goddess Baubo, comprising a seated female with legs spread and genitals exposed above a sphere; pierced lug to the head. 11 grams, 47mm (1 3/4"). Private collection, Cambridgeshire, UK; acquired prior to 2000. Figurines known as Baubos are found in a number of settings, usually with Greek connections – large numbers were made in Ptolemaic Egypt at kilns in the Alexandria region. They were mass-produced in a number of styles, but the basic figure always exposes the vulva in some way. The figurines usually had elaborate headdresses, and some hold cups or harps. Some figurines have a loop moulded into the head, which seems to indicate that they were suspended in some way (possibly as an amulet").

Fine condition, repaired.