Name: Egyptian Faience Crocodile Amulet
SKU: SSK-34
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Egyptian Faience Crocodile Amulet

£ 100.00

An Egyptian blue faience crocodile amulet from the Roman Period. The reptile lays atop an integral plinth with its head and narrow snout raised. The amulet is pierced for suspension behind its front legs underneath its belly. The amulet is enriched with small protrusion along the back and tail which have been coloured yellow to signify the crocodiles scales. They also feature on the eyes, end of the snout and feet. This pendant is perhaps representative of Sobek, the crocodile-headed god of fertility who is said to have created the waters of the Nile.

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SKU: SSK-34 Category: Amulets Tag: Reptiles

Amulets held different meanings, depending on their type or form. Small amulets depicting gods and goddesses seem to have induced the protective powers of the deity. On the other hand, small representations of anatomical features or creatures suggest that the wearer required protection over a specific body part, or that he/she desired the skills of a particular animal. The crocodile was thought to represent fertility and copious agriculture. The Egyptians also believed that wearing the skin would protect the person from danger.

To find out more about Ancient Egyptian amulets please see our relevant blog post: Egyptian Amulets and their Meanings: Ancient Egyptian Gods.