Circa 1070-332 BC - Third Intermediate Period to Late Period (amulet), This heart-shaped amulet, crafted from a lustrous green stone, features two protruding lugs on either side. Heart amulets were associated with protection, symbolizing the vital organ that was believed to be the seat of one's emotions and moral consciousness. The heart, or "ib" in ancient Egyptian, played a crucial role in the Weighing of the Heart ceremony during the judgment of the deceased in the afterlife. Cf. National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M11957u. Dimensions: 26mm x 16mm x 6mm weight 1g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-1985s Collections.