Egyptian Steatite Second Intermediate Scarab

A steatite Egyptian scarab beetle amulet with incised hieroglyphs to the reverse. The obverse features a detailed head, with particular attention paid to the clypeus and eyes. The arched back has been left relative free of markings, with only two small indentations to the sides to indicate the unfurled wings. The reverse features three clear hieroglyphs, placed vertically in the centre of the scarab. To the top is a ‘nefer’ sign, translating as ‘good’ or ‘beautiful. Following on is a simple scarab beetle, ‘kheper’ and the raised arms of the ‘ka’ sign. Intermittent scroll patterns acts as filler ornamentation.

The amulet is pierced longitudinally for suspension.