A fine Romano-Egyptian blue-grey glazed faience amulet in the form of a phallus with a scrotum and a pubic area above, detailed with carefully incised markings. A suspension loops sits at the top. The reverse is flat and unworked. Minor indentations across the piece. Some encrustation visible to the surface. Phallus amulets were regarded as bestowing protection and divine preservation of the male sexual organ. It was also thought to promote regeneration and symbolise the strength of life. Egyptian faience was widely used for small objects from beads to small statues, and is found in both elite and popular contexts. It was the most common material for scarabs and other forms of amulets and was used in most forms of ancient Egyptian jewellery, as the glaze made it smooth against the skin. Measurements: L 1.9cm x W 1.1cm Provenance: Ex. early 20th century U.K collection