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Egyptian Inspired Jewelry : Gold, Lapis, Carnelian, and Turquoise Scarab Bracelet in the Style of Tutankhamun
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Gold, Lapis, Carnelian, and Turquoise Scarab Bracelet in the Style of Tutankhamun - FJ.0006
Origin: Egypt
Circa: 21
st
Century AD
Collection: Modern Jewelry
Style: Tutankhamun
Medium: Gold, Lapis Lazuli
Location: United States
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18kG,L.C,T
160.4g
19.7 cm x 4.7 cm
The sacred beetle of ancient Egypt, the scarab is an
emblem of the creator, Khepera. The word kepher
denotes Being, Existence, Creation, or Becoming,
and the god Kephera is the self-existent maker of
all things. The worship of the scarab, which is
symbolic of resurrection and fertility, dates from the
earliest period of civilization in Egypt. Carved
scarabs served two major functions: as amulets with
protective and religious powers, and as personal
seals, which designated the property and authority
of the individual whose name was placed upon
them. In both cases, the power ascribed to the
scarab was very great—in life they served as the
signature of their owner and were thought to bring
prosperity, and in the afterlife they ensured rebirth
through eternity.
- (FJ.0006)
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