An Ancient Egyptian turquoise faience amulet depicting the wedjat, or Eye of Horus, set in a modern gold mount. The wedjat depicts the silhouette of a stylised eye combining human and falcon characteristics. The top protrusion represents the brow, and the middle protrusion represents the corner of the almond-shaped eye. Beneath is the vertical, rectangular cheek marking, from which the amulet leads towards a straight back. Both the obverse and reverse are left smooth and unadorned. The wedjat itself was perforated horizontally for suspension. The amulet has been set in a modern gold pendant mount, with a ribbed suspension loop to the top. Earthly encrustations and signs of wear as consistent with age, such as discolouration, pitting, chipping, and scratches, to the surface. Horus was one of the most significant Ancient Egyptian deities, most commonly depicted with the head of a falcon, and the body of a man. He was a sun and moon deity, with his right eye thought to represent the sun and the left the moon. The eye of Horus, also known as ‘Wedjat’, was an ancient symbol of protection, particularly for the afterlife, and was also used to deflect evil. For this reason, it was often worn or hung on the deceased at burial. This symbol was highly influential in Egyptian life, with ancient sailors painting the image on the bow of their vessels to ward off evil. Measurements: (circa) L1.1cm x W1.5cm Weight: 1.02g The internal diameter of the suspension loop is 0.1cm Provenance: Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s; Prince's collection, Sheikh Al Thani, member of the royal Qatari family, 1990s-2014.