Object Description
A very fine Ancient Egyptian menat counterpoise amulet, formed from an attractive dark teal granodiorite speckled with blue and black striations. The menat is composed of straight edges, tapering from a flat top to an overhanging circular base. The sides are smooth and unworked. A ridged protrusion at the top is perforated longitudinally for suspension. Some minor earthy encrustations to the surface and small chips to the edges.
Date: Circa 1550-1070 BC
Period: New Kingdom Period