Selection of Egyptian Faience Grape Amulets

A selection of ancient Egyptian glazed vivid blue faience grape bunch amulets, featuring a flat, unworked reverse and a suspension loop for attachment. Characteristic of New Kingdom faience amulets, are the flat and unworked reverse and the suspension loop to the top.

Date: Circa 1550-1069 BC
Period: New Kingdom Period
Condition: Fine condition. Suspension loops might have been restored with artificial glue, a common practice for this kind of amulets.
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The Egyptians wore amulets alongside other pieces of jewellery. They were decorative, but also served a practical purpose, being considered to bestow power and protection upon the wearer. Many of the amulets have been found inside the wrappings of mummies, as they were used to prepare the deceased for the afterlife.

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

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Reference: For a similar item, The Metropolitan Museum, item number 11.215.318