IMPORTANT! Due to new custom regulations we can no longer ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. - In ancient Egypt, wine was a luxury item, unlike beer, which was a more common beverage among the people. Consumed by the elite as early as the Old Kingdom (approx. 2600–2100 B.C.), it gradually became more widespread during the New Kingdom (1500–1000 B.C.). Wine, due to its intoxicating properties, was also closely associated with celebrations held in honor of Hathor. Amulets shaped like bunches of grapes were often part of larger jewelry pieces. This example, in fact, has an eyelet at the top that allowed its owner to thread a cord through it. - See last picture as a parallel: https://www.mahmah.ch/collection/oeuvres/amulette/018116 - Strung on modern wire with Stainless Steel Silver plated Lobster Lock. - Total length: 47 cm. Hanger: 2 cm. Average bead size: 3-4 mm. Registered shipping. Provenance/Known History: Ex William Ohly 1883-1955, Abbey Museum, New Barnet, by descent. After that A&O Gallery, UK. Important information: - A declaration of authenticity by my shop is provided with this lot. - Invoices, import- and export papers etc. will not be shared with customers. - Please do not pay for a won item before you are finished bidding in the auction. The system will not be able to combine your orders into one shipping if all items aren't paid at once.