Egyptian Steatite Scarab Seal 12th Dynasty 1900-1881BC

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Egyptian Steatite Scarab Seal 12th Dynasty 1900-1881BC

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Egyptian Steatite Scarab Seal 12th Dynasty 1900-1881BC

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