Lot 935
Fine Pendant of Hathor in Egyptian Blue. Egypt, Ptolemaic- Roman Period, c. 250 BC. - 100 AD. The goddess with triangular face, with her cow ears clearly seen at the sides. She wears heavy, intricately braided lappet wig. Her cow horns and lunar disc have been incorporated into the pendant's loop. Small chip at base, otherwise finely preserved, with dark glossy resinous patina, and remains of gilding on reverse. Height: 1". Choice, and in a fairly rare material.
Estimated Value $750 - 850.
Hathor was the cow-headed goddess of beauty and love. She was also a goddess of the west, and was associated with the underworld.
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