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LOT 0501
Egyptian Rock Crystal Scarab
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
5/8 in. (4.45 grams, 18 mm).
With segmented carapace, plain underside.
ProvenanceFrom the property of the late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999.
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LOT 0501
Egyptian Rock Crystal Scarab
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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Teardrop-shaped flat pendant pierced at the broad end, with incised text to both faces. 1.70 grams, 36 mm
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Large Egyptian Blue Glazed Hieroglyphic Shabti for a Sem Priest
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Pale blue composition with moulded detail to the wig, beard, tools and seed bag; nine horizontal bands of hieroglyphic text to the lower half of the body; dorsal pillar. 230 grams, 18.2 cm
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Egyptian Carnelian Fly Amulet
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
Carved with simple body and eye detailing and polished; drilled through the eyes for suspension. 0.44 grams, 13 mm
From an early 20th century collection, Surrey, UK.
Considering Egyptian artists often depicted fly whisks in the hands of pharaohs and high officials, one might assume that flies were simply a nuisance. However, the Egyptians held flies in high regard due to their quick speed, reactions, and persistence. Small fly amulets were made from various materials, including gold, silver, lapis lazuli, carnelian, amethyst, faience, and bone. These amulets were believed to protect against insect bites and ward off flying creatures through apotropaic magic.
