Large ancient Egyptian faience Taweret amulet. Taweret was the Egyptian patron god of childbirth and protector of pregnant women and children For a comparable amulet see (last picture): W. M. Flinders Petrie, Amulets, pl. XL , 236 y Date: Egypt, Late Period, 26th - 30th Dynasty, circa 664 - 332 B.C. Material: Faience Size: ca. 4,25 cm Condition: slightly chipped Provenance: private Dutch Collection, prior to that UK estate, formed before 1960. Dispatch only to addresses within the EU. The authenticity of the item is unconditionally guaranteed. This item is accompanied with an illustrated Certificate of Authenticity.