Egyptian Jasper Fly Amulet. New Kingdom, 1550-1070 B.C. With incised line detailing to the body, pierced longitudinally for suspension. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, p.62. 0.33 grams, 11 mm (1/2 in.). [No Reserve]

Ex London and Home Counties collection, UK, 1920-1940. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

Fly amulets are first attested during the Predynastic period (pre 3,100 BC). It is possible that they represented a wish to emulate the fly's renowned fecundity. These amulets were made in a variety of materials, including gold, and golden flies were used in the New Kingdom as an honorific award for military valour. No fewer than thirty-three fly amulets came from the tomb of the wives of Tuthmoses III.

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