ANCIENT EGYPTIAN EYE OF HORUS IN GOLD PENDANT
Late Period, Ca. 664-332 BC. A fine wedjat-eye amulet, also called the Eye of Horus, mounted in a 22kt gold eye-shaped pendant with a suspension loop connected to a modern necklace cord. Horus was one of the most significant Ancient Egyptian deities, most commonly depicted with the head of a falcon, and the body of a man. The eye of Horus, also known as "Wedjat", was an ancient symbol of protection, particularly for the afterlife, and was also used to deflect evil. For this reason, it was often worn or hung on the deceased at the burial. This symbol was highly influential in Egyptian life, with ancient sailors painting the image on the bow of their vessels to ward off evil. For similar examples, see Flinders Petrie, Amulets, Plate XXV. Size: L:21.2mm / W:16.7mm ; 4g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

Estimate: GBP 300 - 600