EGYPTIAN STEATITE HEART SCARAB WITH PHOTOMORPHIC MOTIF

Middle kingdom, 2055 - 1790 BC A Egyptian steatite scarab with naturalistic features. Beneath the domed insect is a hieroglyphic inscription surrounded by spirals. A suspension hole is drilled lengthwise through the body for mounting on a necklace or a swivel ring. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 30.8.669.
Size: 23mm x 15mm; Weight: 4g
Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

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Estimate: GBP 150 - 300