Egyptian Dark Green Jasper Heart Ib Amulet

GBP 350.00

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Object Description

An Ancient Egyptian dark green jasper amulet, finely carved in the shape of a heart, known as ib in Ancient Egyptian. Taking the form of a jar, the amulet features a rounded triangular body, slightly convex in profile. Two angular, pointed lug handles protrude from either side. To the top a rectangular lid has been carved and is surmounted by a ribbed, tubular knob. The knob is unperforated, suggesting that the amulet was intended for use on the body during mummification. The jasper presents with an attractive opaque dark colouring, nearing black in some lights and a dark green in others.

Date: Circa 664-332 BC
Period: Late Period

Object History

From the H.M. Barker private collection, England, U.K.

Object Condition

Excellent condition. Slight earthly encrustations and minor scratches to the surface.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:1.6 x H:2.2 centimeters

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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