Lot 1429
Large Amarna Blue Scarab, Late New Kingdom, 20th Dynasty, ca. 1186-1070 BC. A large brilliant "Amarna" blue faience scarab, the edge perforated for attachment to mummy wrappings. Head eyes, and pro-thorax, wing cases articulated in line lines, all surrounded by a fine border. The reverese with a label inscribed "Jan 1859". Very fine. Measurements- 6.5 X 4.5 cm.
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
Ex Collection of Lieutenant Colonel Frederick Mackenzie - Fraser of Fraser Castel; Ex Christie's, London, 16 March 1977, Lot 32.
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