Lot 688
Egyptian Ring Bezel in Brilliant Blue Faience. Egypt, New Kingdom, c. 1400-1200 BC. The narrow oval bezel molded in a superb dark turquoise blue color, with hints of royal blue in the recesses. The upper hieroglyphs read: "Amun-re." With the neb at the bottom, "Amun-re, Lord." Below are two decorative papyrus sprays. The faience is superb and glossy, and mounted in a modern 24 kt yellow gold ring, its shape emulating that used by the pharaohs. Width of ring: 25 mm.; Inside Diameter of Band: 20.5 mm. (ca. size 11). Probably worn by the ancients as a good luck piece. One of the "classic" Egyptian antiquities. Rare and sought after, especially in this preservation!
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,750.
For this period, faience of this quality is often associated with the royal workshops of the 18th and 19th Dynasties.
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| Realized $2,300 |
