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Estimate
GBP (£) 600 - 800
EUR (€) 690 - 930
USD ($) 800 - 1,070
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
1 1/4 in. (8.79 grams, 31 mm).
Carved in the round with integral suspension loop.
PROVENANCE:
From early 20th century Home Counties, UK, collection.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
FOOTNOTES:
According to ancient Egyptian beliefs, the heart (ib) was considered the centre of intelligence, emotions, and behaviour. It was also believed to store an individual's memories. During the Weighing of the Heart ceremony in the afterlife, the heart could speak on behalf of the deceased and account for their lifetime of actions before Osiris. For this reason, heart amulets were placed on the mummy to safeguard the organ and ensure a favourable outcome during judgment.
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