Charming Ancient Egyptian Bes Amulet – Soft Stone – Late Period / Ptolemaic – 23 x 10 x 4 mm – Protective Household Deity Charming small amulet depicting Bes, the joyful and protective dwarf-god Characteristic feathered crown, smiling apotropaic face and compact frontal pose Flat back with central vertical groove, typical of mold-made Late Period examples Very similar to pieces in the British Museum, Petrie Museum and Metropolitan Museum Light wear and surface irregularities consistent with age A delightful and atmospheric protective amulet, rich in character Condition: Good ancient condition Minor surface wear and small chips, as seen in photos No modern repairs Provenance: From a private European and American collection Shipping: Carefully packaged Tracked and insured shipment