Object Description
A large, Egyptian, steatite cowroid decorated to the reverse. The amulet is slightly angular, with gently rising edges. The suspension hole through the centre forms a horizontal protrusion. The reverse features a large depiction of the deity Taweret, styled as a pregnant hippopotamus. Next to her is a feather of Ma’at.
Date: Circa 1550 – 1070 BC
Period: New Kingdom Period