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Egyptian New Kingdom Steatite Blue Glazed Scarab
Egyptian New Kingdom Steatite Blue Glazed Scarab
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Egypt, New Kingdom / Third Intermediate Period, ca. 1550 to 712 BCE. A stunning scarab amulet carved from a lightweight steatite and covered with a turquoise-hued glaze. The topside displays characteristic insectile features such as a miniscule head, thin legs folded underneath a large body, and two dome-shaped wings. The underside has a myriad of captivating images including a winged depiction of Isis, a bird-headed staff, a staff with a crescent moon, and a downward-facing sword with a large handle and guard. Laterally drilled for suspension, and simply gorgeous! Size: 0.55" L (1.4 cm).

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#122363
Condition
Age-commensurate surface wear, fading to blue-colored glaze, minor chips around peripheries, with light earthen deposits within recessed details and lateral drill hole.
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Egyptian New Kingdom Steatite Blue Glazed Scarab

Estimate $250 - $350
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Starting Price $125
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