Object Description
An elegant restrung bracelet of Ancient Egyptian faience beads. The design depicts a winged scarab, a motif typically seen on mummy masks from the period. Dark blue beads comprise the main body of the bracelet. Red beads outline the shape of the body along with the elytra, prothorax and head. The eyes are each detailed with two yellow beads and the tips of the wings are adorned with further red beads on either side from which the thinner wrist band develops. The piece is finished with a modern gold-plated clasp. (Please be aware that the clasp has not been professionally tied).
Date: Circa 664-332 BC
Period: Late Dynastic Period