Ancient Egyptian Steatite Scarab Amulet Circa 664-332 BC This steatite scarab amulet presents a finely crafted representation of a dung beetle, featuring a small head and meticulously folded wings. The scarab is longitudinally perforated, allowing for suspension and the flat underside is decorated with hieroglyphs. In the symbolic realm of ancient Egypt, the scarab served as a potent emblem of regeneration, protection, and divine transformation. The beetle's association with the sun god Ra emphasized themes of creation and rebirth, aligning the scarab with the daily journey of the sun across the sky. Egyptians believed that the scarab beetle, which often encountered rolling balls of dung, mirrored the sun's continuous renewal and, by extension, the cyclical nature of life and death. Size: L:12.6mm / W:9.3mm ; 1.17g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.