Egyptian Hardstone Scarab to Ramesses II

Egyptian Hardstone Scarab to Ramesses II

Name: Egyptian Hardstone Scarab to Ramesses II
SKU: AH-1239
Availability: InStock

£ 700.00

A hardstone, Egyptian scarab dedicated to Ramesses II. The obverse features a simple, moulded head and clypeus. The reverse features four clear hieroglyphs. To the left is a large, seated figure of Ma’at, recognisable from the feather on her head. Next to her are two smaller signs; a sun disc and ‘wśr’ sign. This is described as the head of a canine animal on a stick. Together these form the beginning of the Throne name of Ramesses II; wsr-mꜢꜤt-rꜤ. Underneath is a filler ‘neb’ basket sign, commonly seen on scarabs. The scarab is pierced longitudinally for suspension.

Date: Circa 1279 - 1070 BC
Period: New Kingdom Period, post 19th Dynasty, Ramesside period.
Condition: Excellent condition. Clear hieroglyphs.

In stock

SKU: AH-1239 Category: Scarabs Tags: Animals, Hieroglyphs, Inscription, Insects

Description
Additional information

Ramesses the Great. He was the son of Seti I and a 19^thDynasty, New Kingdom pharaoh. He is considered the greatest of the New Kingdom pharaohs, the golden age of Egypt’s Empire. His successors labelled him the ‘Great Ancestor’ so great were his achievements. He was known for his military successes, building on the foundations of his father Seti I, across Syria, Lybia and Nubia. As well as being a strong military campaigner, Ramesses is known for his vast architectural feats, building statues and temple complexes, the Ramasseum and Abu Simbel being the most illustrious. The colossal statue of Ramesses still exists to this day and can be found in the Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza.

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

Weight	2.54 g
Dimensions	L 1.6 x W 1.1 x H 0.7 cm
Culture	Ancient Egyptian
Region	North Africa
Stone	Hard Stone
Egyptian Pharaohs	Ramesses II
Egyptian Mythology	Maat