Egyptian Fly Amulet
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New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A carved hardstone amuletic pendant of a fly, pierced for suspension. 0.89 grams, 15mm (1/2"). From an early 20th century French collection. The origin of the fly amulet goes back to the Pre-Dynastic period (pre 3100 BC"). It is possible that the fly amulet symbol arose from a wish to emulate the fly's renowned fecundity. These amulets were made in a variety of materials, including gold, and the golden fly was 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 Tuthmosis III.
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Egyptian Fly Amulet
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