This type of amulet, a symbol of the god Amun, originated with the Kushite kings who ruled Egypt as 25th Dynasty. Their foreheads, like this ram’s head, were often adorned with two uraei
rather than the single
uraeus
common on the heads of Egyptian kings. An exceptionally fine carving in hard stone, this amulet has links between the horns and head that may reflect a metal prototype.
From Memphis. Jasper, 3.9 x 2.9 cm. Third Intermediate Period, 25th Dynasty, ca. 744-656 BC. Now in the Brooklyn Museum.
This pendant represents the goddess Isis in her human form. Above her head can be seen cow’s horns and a sun-disc symbols typically associated with the goddess Hathor, however, Isis name is found inscribed on the base. The goddess wears an elaborate collar and a long tight dress. The pendant belonged to General
Wendjebauendjed during the reign of king Psusennes I.
Third Intermediate Period, 21st Dynasty, ca. 1047-1001 BC, from tomb
NRT III, Tanis. Now in the Egyptian Museum, Cairo.
JE 87716
