Ancient Egypt, Greco–Roman Period Stone Pendant, with scaraboid stone amulet bead
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Pendant with a scaraboid stone amulet bead from Ancient Egypt to the Greco–Roman period (c. 332 BC–AD 395), measuring approximately 28.4 mm long and 14 mm in diameter, restrung with modern fittings on a handmade wire-wrapped bail, in good wearable condition, acquired from a UK gallery in 2016, and available with a Certificate of Authenticity on request.
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Handmade pendant with wire-wrapped Egyptian scaraboid stone amulet bead and handmade bail. The stone is carved in an oval form with stylised wings depicted on the surface rather than a fully modelled beetle back. The ancient bead is restrung with modern fittings, making it suitable for modern wear while preserving its historical charm.
The wire-wrapping technique, dating back to around 2000 BC, was a favoured method among ancient jewellery makers of many ancient civilizations. Renowned for its versatility and durability, this technique was cherished throughout history for creating intricate and timeless designs.
The ancient bead is carefully shaped and displays soft, natural tones of pale green with subtle earthy inclusions, characteristic of stone that has aged over centuries.
Length: ± 28,4 mm
Diameter bead: ± 14 mm
Condition: good condition and wearable. The ancient bead is restrung and combined with modern materials and fittings. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images.
Composed with beads originating from various old collections, acquired in the UK between 2016-2024.
Every ancient bead shows subtle variations and signs of age, reflecting its history and adding to the unique charm of every composition.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request.
In ancient Egypt, the scarab beetle was associated with the god Khepri and was believed to represent the cycle of life, death and rebirth. Scarab beetles were often depicted in art, incorporated in jewellery or used as amulets, symbolizing protection and good fortune.
Scarabs were also inscribed for use as personal or administrative seals. Additionally, some scarabs were created for political or diplomatic purposes to commemorate or advertise royal achievements.
Scarab beetles also played an important role in Egyptian funerary rituals. They were placed as amulets in tombs or positioned on the heart during the mummification process. The Egyptians believed the scarab beetle would ensure the deceased had a safe passage into the afterlife.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Handmade pendant with wire-wrapped Egyptian scaraboid stone amulet bead and handmade bail. The stone is carved in an oval form with stylised wings depicted on the surface rather than a fully modelled beetle back. The ancient bead is restrung with modern fittings, making it suitable for modern wear while preserving its historical charm.
The wire-wrapping technique, dating back to around 2000 BC, was a favoured method among ancient jewellery makers of many ancient civilizations. Renowned for its versatility and durability, this technique was cherished throughout history for creating intricate and timeless designs.
The ancient bead is carefully shaped and displays soft, natural tones of pale green with subtle earthy inclusions, characteristic of stone that has aged over centuries.
Length: ± 28,4 mm
Diameter bead: ± 14 mm
Condition: good condition and wearable. The ancient bead is restrung and combined with modern materials and fittings. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images.
Composed with beads originating from various old collections, acquired in the UK between 2016-2024.
Every ancient bead shows subtle variations and signs of age, reflecting its history and adding to the unique charm of every composition.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request.
In ancient Egypt, the scarab beetle was associated with the god Khepri and was believed to represent the cycle of life, death and rebirth. Scarab beetles were often depicted in art, incorporated in jewellery or used as amulets, symbolizing protection and good fortune.
Scarabs were also inscribed for use as personal or administrative seals. Additionally, some scarabs were created for political or diplomatic purposes to commemorate or advertise royal achievements.
Scarab beetles also played an important role in Egyptian funerary rituals. They were placed as amulets in tombs or positioned on the heart during the mummification process. The Egyptians believed the scarab beetle would ensure the deceased had a safe passage into the afterlife.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, Greco–Roman Period
Century/ Timeframe
332 BC -395 AD
Name of object
with scaraboid stone amulet bead, Pendant
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2016
Material
Stone
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2016
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
