The god Pataikos is the son of Ptah (his name being the diminutive, little Ptah), the craftsman god. Pataikos is often depicted as conquering the evil or the threatening, seen grasping crocodiles, snakes and scorpions, thus presenting him as a protective force and apotropaic symbol. Although worshipped during the Old Kingdom, amulets in his form became most popular in the Third Intermediate Period. These would have been worn to protect the wearer from harm, illness or misfortune.
To find out more about the Ancient Egyptian amulets please see our relevant blog post:Egyptian Amulets and their Meanings: Ancient Egyptian Gods.
