Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom Steatite Scarab, Pendant, Sun god Amun-Re
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Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab pendant inscribed Neb-Imen-Re (the Sun god Amun-Re), from the New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1292 BC), with an integral suspension loop, size approx. 21 × 12.6 mm; in good condition, acquired in 2023 from a dealer in the Netherlands.
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Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab pendant and inscription 'Neb-Imen-Re' (the Sun god Amon-Re), framed within an oval border on the flat underside. The pendant is complete with an integral suspension loop.
Size: ± 21 x 12,6 mm
Condition: good solid condition, wearable with care of an ancient artefact. The composition is balanced and deeply cut. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Amon-Re is one of the most significant and fascinating deities in ancient Egyptian mythology, representing the combined power of two major gods: Amon (or Amun) and Re (or Ra). The primary cult center for Amon-Re was the Karnak Temple complex in Thebes (modern-day Luxor). This massive complex was one of the most important religious sites in Egypt and was dedicated to Amon-Re, showcasing the god's immense significance. Amon-Re remains one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Egyptian religion, embodying the unity of divine forces and the central role of the sun in life and kingship.
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* 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!
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.
Ancient Egyptian steatite scarab pendant and inscription 'Neb-Imen-Re' (the Sun god Amon-Re), framed within an oval border on the flat underside. The pendant is complete with an integral suspension loop.
Size: ± 21 x 12,6 mm
Condition: good solid condition, wearable with care of an ancient artefact. The composition is balanced and deeply cut. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Amon-Re is one of the most significant and fascinating deities in ancient Egyptian mythology, representing the combined power of two major gods: Amon (or Amun) and Re (or Ra). The primary cult center for Amon-Re was the Karnak Temple complex in Thebes (modern-day Luxor). This massive complex was one of the most important religious sites in Egypt and was dedicated to Amon-Re, showcasing the god's immense significance. Amon-Re remains one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Egyptian religion, embodying the unity of divine forces and the central role of the sun in life and kingship.
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, New Kingdom
Century/ Timeframe
1550-1292 BC
Name of object
Sun god Amun-Re, Pendant, Scarab
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2023
Material
Steatite
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2023
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
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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.
