Amulet, Hathor
Production date
1900-1950
Country
Egypt
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Object detail
Description
Egyptian, stone, amulet in cream and light brown colour, depicting the face of Hathor which is flanked on both sides by two uraeus (snakes).
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Egyptian amulet
Production date
1900-1950
Production place
Measurements
L29mm x W17mm x D9mm
Media/Materials description
Clay or stone
History and use
Stone amulet of the cow-headed goddess Hathor, flanked by a pair of cobras. In Ancient Egypt, Hathor represented fertility, love, beauty, music and dance.
Registration number
E40039
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