Ancient Egyptian Carnelian Monkey Amulet
DocuJewel® 38939.1
Type of Jewel: Ancient & Period Gemstones & Jewelry
Description:
Ancient Egyptian Amulet
Carved Carnelian as a Vervet Monkey
New Kingdom
Vervet monkeys were kept as pets in Ancient Egypt. The specific symbolism of vervet monkeys is not as well documented as that of baboons, but they were likely associated with similar ideas of playfulness, and in some cases, erotic symbolism.
Circa: 1400 to 1200 BCE
Measurements:
22x10mm
Type of Jewel: Ancient & Period Gemstones & Jewelry
Description:
Ancient Egyptian Amulet
Carved Carnelian as a Vervet Monkey
New Kingdom
Vervet monkeys were kept as pets in Ancient Egypt. The specific symbolism of vervet monkeys is not as well documented as that of baboons, but they were likely associated with similar ideas of playfulness, and in some cases, erotic symbolism.
Circa: 1400 to 1200 BCE
Measurements:
22x10mm