Object Description
A very fine restrung ancient Egyptian beaded necklace featuring a trio of poppy amulets. The body of the necklace is comprised of long, tubular light blue faience beads, separated by disc-shaped white, cream, and yellow spacer beads. At the centre, there are three light turquoise-green, feldspar poppy amulets. They alternate between four circular beads of red jasper and white faience disc beads. The poppy amulets each feature a rounded body which tapers to an extended neck, perforated at the top for suspension and rests on a flat base. The necklace is fastened with a modern gold-plated clasp. Please note this clasp has not been professionally tied.
Date: Circa 1550-1070 BC
Period: New Kingdom Period