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Originally offered at $350...

Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom to Third Intermediate Period, 18th to 25th Dynasty, ca. 1550 to 664 BCE. Mold-formed faience amulet known as a heart scarab; such examples were intended as protective gifts to newlywed couples. The beetle pendant is covered with a dark turquoise-hued glaze and features a folded wing carapace and retracted legs on the top. The underside is perforated with 6 drill holes. Size: 1.8" L x 1.2" W (4.6 cm x 3 cm)

Provenance: ex-Natalie Capron, Vermont, USA, 1972 to 2008, now by her heirs; ex-Maurice Crandall, Vermont, 1941 to 1972; ex-Clyde du Vernet Hunt, Vermont, 1916 to 1941; ex-Katherine Jarvis Hunt, Vermont, 1907 to 1916; ex-Leavitt Hunt, Vermont, collected 1851 to 1852

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#174386

  • Condition: Heavy signs of age wear with nicks and abrasions. Nice remaining pigment and liberal preservation of detail. Otherwise, intact and wearable with rich patina throughout.

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