Egyptian Amethyst Cowrie Shell Amulet

Egyptian amethyst Cowrie shell amulet 2055 - 1650 BC. In the early Egyptian history these Cowrie shells (amulets) were worn by young girls to protect their fertility. Amethyst 10 x 8 x 5 mm No Reserve

Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18 to 20, ca. 1570 to 1070 BC. Cowrie shell-shaped amulet, serving a purpose similar to that of a scarab, made of faience, a type of glass paste, upper section nicely-inc

**First Time At Auction** Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, ca. 1479 to 1425 BCE. A faience glazed steatite cowroid (cowrie-shell-shaped) with the royal cartouche of Tutmosis III. This was a f

New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, 1504-1450 B.C. A cowrie shell scaraboid with cartouche for Tuthmosis III to base, flanked by a pair of uraei; pierced for suspension. 0.81 grams, 16 mm (5/8 in.). Ex London

Middle Kingdom-Late Period, 2133-332 B.C. A small amethyst scarab amulet with stylised detailing to the carapace and legs; pierced for suspension. 0.47 grams, 9 mm (3/8 in.). Acquired 1990s. Property

Title: Egyptian Amethyst Lotus Amulet Pendant, c. 3rd Century B.C. Date/Origin: Egypt, c. 3rd Century B.C. Materials: Amethyst Dimension: 1.7 cm L (including loop) - 11/16 inch Provenance: Provenance:

Egyptian amethyst Bes Gold Amulet, Late Dynastic to Ptolemaic Period, ca. 664 to 30 BCE. A beautiful amulet carved from amethyst depicting the Bes Two caps shaped from (equivalent to 22K+) his cap wit

Egypt, Late Dynastic to Ptolemaic period, ca. 664 to 30 BCE. A gorgeous example of an insectile scarab amulet that is hand-carved from a fragment of amethyst and polished to a lustrous sheen. Incised

Title: Egyptian Two Cornelian Sea Shell Amulets, New Kingdom Date/Origin: Egypt, New Kingdom, c. 1550-1070 B.C. Description: Of red cornelian, realistically carved with all details, drilled for suspen

Tribal Hunting Hat. Mali. Of human hair, cowrie shells and horns, with attached amulet pouch containing small bones. Size: 17" x 12" x 12" (43 x 30 x 30 cm). Provenance: Private Virginia collection.

13th - 17th Dynasty, Ca. 1630-1539 BC . A steatite cowroid seal, glazed and mounted in gold, originally with ring with swivel. Base of seal inscribed. As the cowrie shell resembles female genitalia, t

African Keaka Double Figure Amulet, Southwestern Cameroon, wood, leather, seed pods, cowrie shell, string and thread, h. 2 1/2 in., w. 2 1/4 in., d. 5/8 in.; with fitted metal stand, overall h. 3 3/4

Papua New Guinea Mid Sepik Sawos Amulet Mask (Mid-20th Century)carved wood, natural pigments, cowrie shells depicting spirit figure with polychrome geometric pattern carved and painted on the face.

Group of Banjara Amulets/Trappings, India, Mid 20th C. Cotton, mirror-work, cowrie shells. Ranging in Size from: 53" (135 cm). Length to 8'' x 8'' (20 x 20 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection,

Group of Banjara Amulets/Trappings, India, Mid 20th C. Cotton, mirror-work, cowrie shells. Ranging in Size from: 6'' x 7'' (15 x 18 cm) to 11'' x 3'' (28 x 8 cm). Ex. Cathryn Cootner Estate Collection

DESCRIPTION: Persian ceremonial garment decorated with a central silver amulet surrounded by silver discs, semi-precious stones, cowry shells, bells, and beads all woven into the fabric or hung from t

Middle Kingdom, 2030-1650 B.C. A translucent amethyst scarab amulet with stylised detailing to carapace, uninscribed base; drilled for suspension. 3.92 grams, 18 mm (5/8 in.). Acquired 1979-1999. Lond

A group of Egyptian Pre-dynastic shell beads, c. 4000 – 3000 BC, and includes mainly cowrie and shell beads as well as three wide faience disk beads from a later period. Ex Los Angeles private colle

**Originally Listed At $300** Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom, 18th to 20th Dynasty, ca. 1550 to 1070 BCE. A hand-carved steatite bead in the form of a cowrie snail shell, hence the name "cowroid". A suspe

**Originally Listed At $250** Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom, 18th to 20th Dynasty, ca. 1550 to 1070 BCE. A hand-carved steatite bead in the form of a cowrie snail shell, hence the name "cowroid". A suspe

**Originally Listed At $200** Ancient Egypt, Late Dynastic period, ca. 712 to 332 BCE. A pair of scarab amulets: one made of white steatite, with hieroglyphs incised on its underside, and one made of

**Originally Listed At $300** Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom, 18th to 20th Dynasty, ca. 1550 to 1070 BCE. A hand-carved steatite bead in the form of a cowrie snail shell, hence the name "cowroid". A suspe

2 Strands Egyptian Beads, Mixed Shell Beads, Bag Flint Chips, 3 Circular Stones, Bar Amulet Fragment, Bannerstone Fragment, Damaged Plummet

This exquisite ancient Egyptian amulet, sculpted from banded agate, takes the form of a turtle, an animal which symbolized longevity and protection due to its hard shell. The natural banding of the ag