Egyptian scarab ring, 2nd Intermediate Period, c. 1800-1570 BC; the gold setting is early 20th century
Steatite and gold
UK ring size: I - I 1/2, scarab length: 1.6cm, scarab width: 1.2cm
11180
Charles Ede, London
Further images
The Egyptian scarab is naturalistically modelled with negative space between the legs. The oval base is decorated with stylised geometric patterns, and would have been used as a seal. Set...
The Egyptian scarab is naturalistically modelled with negative space between the legs. The oval base is decorated with stylised geometric patterns, and would have been used as a seal. Set in a modern gold mount.
Provenance
Private collection, Essex, UK; acquired in the 1960s-1970s5
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