Egyptian Steatite Scarab Seal 12th Dynasty 1900-1881BC
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Pre AD 1000 item# 368538
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Egyptian White Steatite Scarab Seal 1900 - 1881 BC The scarab is of typical Egyptian style, a simplified beetle with two horizontal incisions representing the legs, pierced lengthwise for suspension. The base of the scarab is an intricately carved scene…of a scarab bettle surrounded by a lovely geometric coiled cord pattern. This scarab is attributed to the period of the 12th Dynasty - Reference "The Scarab, A reflection of Ancient Egypt" The Israel Museum, Jerusalem (see page 49/2 Prenomen of Senwosret II). A masterwork of ancient miniture sculptural art. The scarab is intact although chipped on top front lobe, but the base is still in readable! Size: 22mm x 16mm - Bargain Priced
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Canaanite Scarab Seatite w' Classic Coiled Cord Pattern
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Pre AD 1000 item# 368536
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Canaanite Scarab Seatute w' Classic Coiled Cord Pattern 2000 - 1800 BC. The scarab is of typical Canaanite style, a simplified beetle with two horizontal incisions representing the legs, pierced lengthwise for suspension. The base of the scarab is an intricately carved with the classic coiled cord pattern, discussed in detail in the book "The Scarab, A reflection of Ancient Egypt" The Israel Museum, Jerusalem (see page 31). A rarity of the very best artistic style, absolutely stunning in its simplicity, and deftly executed. A masterwork of ancient miniture sculptural art. The scarab is completely intact and absolutely superb! Much rarer than its Egyptian counterpart, this fabulous Canaanite scarab is a fine example. Size: 17mm x 13mm
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Ancient Canaanite Steatite Scarab 1600 BC
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Pre AD 1000 item# 315920 (stock# 7041114)
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Ancient Canaanite Steatite Scarab 1600 BC. This seal is made in the form of a sacred scarab beetle, which was a manifestation of khepri, an Egyptian sun god associated with resurrection. The flat underside of this scarab is decorated with twelve circles, with concentric circles inside, Choice condition with deep sharp carving. {KHEPRI ,A form of the sun-god, particularly associated with the morning sun, Khepri is represented by the scarab beetle and is associated with resurrection. Khepri was thought to push the sun disc through the sky, as a scarab beetle pushes a ball of dung containing its eggs.} 18th-16th Century BC. Excellent Condition, Intact, not repaired and not restored. Length: 19mm x 13mm x 7.5mm Found in the Holy Land.
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