Ancient Egyptian Carved Carnelian Scorpion Amulet Pendant
DocuJewel® 38962.1
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Egyptian Carved Carnelian Amulet of a Scorpion with the original ring of gold.
In ancient Egyptian symbolism, scorpions represented a duality: both death and protection, particularly through the goddess Serket. They were associated with venom, the afterlife, and the protective power of goddesses who could heal or inflict harm.
The 19th Dynasty of ancient Egypt, also known as the Ramesside Dynasty, is a period within the New Kingdom, lasting from roughly 1292 to 1189 BCE.
Mounted in an 18kt Yellow Handmade Pendant (loops to accommodate a chain)
Castellani CC Plate Affixed to the Back
Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold
Circa: 1292 to 1189 BCE
Measurements:
Seal: 17.44x12.81x10.33mm
Type of Jewel: Ancient Object
Description:
Ancient Egyptian Carved Carnelian Amulet of a Scorpion with the original ring of gold.
In ancient Egyptian symbolism, scorpions represented a duality: both death and protection, particularly through the goddess Serket. They were associated with venom, the afterlife, and the protective power of goddesses who could heal or inflict harm.
The 19th Dynasty of ancient Egypt, also known as the Ramesside Dynasty, is a period within the New Kingdom, lasting from roughly 1292 to 1189 BCE.
Mounted in an 18kt Yellow Handmade Pendant (loops to accommodate a chain)
Castellani CC Plate Affixed to the Back
Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold
Circa: 1292 to 1189 BCE
Measurements:
Seal: 17.44x12.81x10.33mm