Ancient Egypt, Late Period Faience Osirian Triad of Isis, Horus and Nephthys Amulet Bead
13
days
11
hours
00
minutes
01
second
Current bid
€ 63
Reserve price not met
Expert
Selected by Peter Reynaers
Has nearly 30 years’ experience and moderated multiple online art research groups.
Estimate € 250 - € 330
 | €63 |
|---|
Catawiki Buyer Protection
Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details
Trustpilot 4.4 | 143806 reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.
Ancient Egyptian Late Period faience openwork amulet bead depicting the Osirian triad of Isis, Horus and Nephthys, ca. 664–30 BC, measuring about 11.2 × 9.9 × 3.6 mm in good condition with lateral perforation for necklace integration, acquired from a Belgian dealer in 2026 and available with a Certificate of Authenticity on request for lots of €100+; ships within the EU only.
AI-assisted summary
Description from the seller
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.
An ancient Egyptian turquoise-green faience openwork amulet bead depicting the Osirian triad of Isis, Horus (in centre) and Nephthys.
The rectangular plaque is modelled in openwork with three standing figures. Horus the Child occupies the central and most prominent position, flanked by his mother Isis and his aunt Nephthys. The figures stand upon an integral base and are surrounded by a distinctive notched or beaded border. The amulet is pierced laterally, allowing it to be incorporated into a necklace or other arrangement of protective beads.
-> The three deities played central roles in the Osirian myth. After the murder of Osiris, the sister goddesses Isis and Nephthys protected his body and subsequently cared for his son Horus. Horus was regarded as the rightful heir who would ultimately overcome Seth and restore divine order.
Size: ± 11,2 x 9,9 x 3,6 mm
Date: Late Period - Ptolemaic period, ca 664-30 BC
Condition: Good condition. The openwork design with the three figures clearly recognisable. Visible wear on one side, minor surface deposits. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> Triad amulets of this type were intended to transfer the protective care of Isis and Nephthys to their wearer. Just as the goddesses protected the young Horus, they were believed to safeguard the living wearer or assist the deceased in achieving rebirth in the afterlife.
The turquoise-green colour of Egyptian faience was associated with fertility, regeneration and eternal life. Its luminous surface made faience particularly suitable for amulets and funerary ornaments intended to provide continued protection and renewal.
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.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* 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.
----------------------
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.
An ancient Egyptian turquoise-green faience openwork amulet bead depicting the Osirian triad of Isis, Horus (in centre) and Nephthys.
The rectangular plaque is modelled in openwork with three standing figures. Horus the Child occupies the central and most prominent position, flanked by his mother Isis and his aunt Nephthys. The figures stand upon an integral base and are surrounded by a distinctive notched or beaded border. The amulet is pierced laterally, allowing it to be incorporated into a necklace or other arrangement of protective beads.
-> The three deities played central roles in the Osirian myth. After the murder of Osiris, the sister goddesses Isis and Nephthys protected his body and subsequently cared for his son Horus. Horus was regarded as the rightful heir who would ultimately overcome Seth and restore divine order.
Size: ± 11,2 x 9,9 x 3,6 mm
Date: Late Period - Ptolemaic period, ca 664-30 BC
Condition: Good condition. The openwork design with the three figures clearly recognisable. Visible wear on one side, minor surface deposits. Signs of wear consistent with age and use.
Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) is available upon request for all lots with a hammer price of €100 or higher.
-> Triad amulets of this type were intended to transfer the protective care of Isis and Nephthys to their wearer. Just as the goddesses protected the young Horus, they were believed to safeguard the living wearer or assist the deceased in achieving rebirth in the afterlife.
The turquoise-green colour of Egyptian faience was associated with fertility, regeneration and eternal life. Its luminous surface made faience particularly suitable for amulets and funerary ornaments intended to provide continued protection and renewal.
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.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* 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.
----------------------
Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt, Late Period
Century/timeframe
664-30 BC
Name of object
Osirian Triad of Isis, Horus and Nephthys Amulet Bead
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2026
Material
Faience
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2026
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
Sold by
Disclaimer
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.
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.
