No. 101031815

Ancient Egypt, Late Period Faience White Crown Amulet
No. 101031815

Ancient Egypt, Late Period Faience White Crown Amulet
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Ancient Egypt, glazed faience White Crown amulet, also called hedjet (White One) or wrt (weret).
Tall conical shape with bulbous top and carefully delineated ear-flaps, complete with a side loop for suspension.
The White Crown of pharaonic Upper Egypt was worn only by the Pharaoh and certain deities. After the unification of Upper and Lower Egypt it was combined with the Red Crown (Deshret) to from the double crown of Egypt (Pschent).
Amulets in this shape were worn or placed on mummies to imbue the aura of power and authority from the Pharaoh or deities.
Length: ± 29 mm
Condition: very fine condition, appealing glazing, some signs of wear consistent with age and use. See images.
Ref: Carol Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London: British Museum Press (1994) p. 75
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
The White Crown symbolizes power and authority. The amulet, crafted in glazed faience is a testament to the exceptional artistry of its time. Its significance lies in its ability to bestow luck upon its wearer, making it not only an object of beauty but also a cherished lucky charm.
Although it is known as the White Crown, yet all the amulets in its shape tend to be green.
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