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Description : EGYPT. New Kingdom-Third Intermediate Period. Ca. 1570-712 BC. Gold Double Lotus Pendant. Approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) square, approximately 2 grams, in the form of a U with each of the flaring ends representing a lotus blossom. Cf. C. Andrews Amulets of Ancient Egypt, plate 65, image B for single lotus. From the Living Torah Museum Collection, acquired from Time Machine Company (David Liebert). The lotus was considered a sacred flower in Egypt, and it remains the national flower to this day. Egyptian column capitals were modeled on the funnel-shaped lotus blossom, and the motif carried through into all the decorative arts, including jewelry. Lotus amulets were thought to provide strength and protection for women during childbirth.
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Estimate (low-high) : 300 USD-500 USDIt's free to register now to view!
About the lot N° 52031 Title : Egypt. New Kingdom-Third Intermediate Period. Ca. 1570- Heritage Auctions, auctioneer, Beverly Hills, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : 2016 November 16 Biblical Archaeology & Related Objects Grand Format Auction #6170 Sale date : 16 Nov 2016It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale
