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Late Period, 664-332 A.D. With linear detailing to body and wings, pierced at the neck. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pp.62-3. 0.38 grams, 12 mm (1/2 in.).
From the H.N. collection, Milton Keynes, Berkshire, UK, 1990s.
Fly amulets were believed to protect against insect bites and ward off flying creatures through apotropaic magic. Additionally, the pharaoh would give gold fly-shaped pendants as military awards to recognise the bravery and persistence of soldiers in battle. [No Reserve]
From the H.N. collection, Milton Keynes, Berkshire, UK, 1990s.
Fly amulets were believed to protect against insect bites and ward off flying creatures through apotropaic magic. Additionally, the pharaoh would give gold fly-shaped pendants as military awards to recognise the bravery and persistence of soldiers in battle. [No Reserve]
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Egyptian Hardstone Fly Amulet
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