Object Description
A large Egyptian amulet formed into a wedjat and made from turquoise faience. The amulet resembles a stylised eye; the shape conveying the familiar forms of the wedjat symbol. Typically, the Eye includes an extended eyebrow, decorated with hatched detailing. The outward corner of the eye also extends, echoing the length of the brow. A cheek marking extends vertically, incised with linear grooves, from the pupil. A diagonal line protrudes from the cheek marking, curling outwards and ending in a spiral. The amulet has been decorated on one sides and is pierced horizontally for suspension.
Date: Circa 664 – 332 BC
Period: Late Period