Exceptionally Large Egyptian Faience Djed Pillar

Object Description

An exceptionally large example of an ancient Egyptian djed pillar amulet, made from pale turquoise faience. The amulet features a curving shaft that flares at its flattened base. The front is striated vertically between each crosspiece and below the bottom crosspiece, with horizontal bands above the shaft. The top displays a rectangular protrusion, also decorated with vertical incisions, completing the composition. The reverse of the pillar is flat and unworked. The amulet is unperforated, suggesting that it was intended for use on the body during mummification.

The amulet has been mounted on a custom-made stand. Please note that the measurements provided below include the stand. The amulet alone measures 3.6cm in length, 0.8cm in width, 1ocm in height, and weighs 31.1g.

Date: Circa 664-332 BC
Period: Late Period

Object Condition

Excellent condition. Earthly encrustations to the surface and signs of wear as consistent with age, such as minor scratches, surface pitting, slight chipping, and some minor wear to the bottom corners.

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