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Description : Late Period, Ca. 664-332 BC. A papyrus column amulet, known as Wadj sceptre, made of light blue glazed faience with a suspension hole. This amulet represents a rolled papyrus scroll and was used for protection, granting the deceased eternal youth in the afterlife. For similar see: Cf. Andrews, C., 1994. Amulets of Ancient Egypt. Pl. 81-83. Petrie, W.M. Flinders. 1914. Amulets. Pl. 12-13. Size: L:39.4mm / W:10.6mm , 3g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman, formerly acquired in early 2000s, previously in 1970s UK collection.

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Title : Egyptian Faience Papyrus Sceptre Amulet, Period : 1994

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