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dating to the Classic–Postclassic period (circa 300–900 AD)
and a pair of applied loop handles extending from the shoulder to the neck
The warm terracotta surface displays an attractive ancient patina with light earthen deposits and excellent preservation of the finely molded facial features and costume details
Amulet size: 11/16”
Ancient Egyptian Faience Scarab Malter Galleries receiptLate Period, c. 1000500 BCE** An authentic Ancient Egyptian faience scarab amulet dating to the Late Period, approximately 1000500 BCE. This finely modeled example is formed in vibrant turquoise blue glazed faience, a quartz based ceramic traditionally used in Egypt for sacred and amuletic objects. The scarab is carefully carved with naturalistic anatomical details including a domed back, defined clypeus, incised thorax line, and delineated wing
