Ancient Egyptian Frog Scaraboid Swivel Ring

Object Description

A fine Egyptian amulet of a recumbent frog produced from blue faience. The frog is depicted with its head raised and its hing legs bent. The base is incised with the Eye of Horus. The amulet has a horizontal perforation for suspension which has been used to secure the scaraboid to the modern gold ring.

Closest UK ring size: O

Date: Circa 1550 – 1070 BC
Period: New Kingdom Period

Object History

The property of a deceased female collector, UK, bought from the 1930’s-70s.

Object Condition

Fine condition. The scarab has a small chip above the suspension hole.

Object Details