Ancient Egyptian | Blue-Green Faience Starburst Amulet | Late Period–Ptolemaic, 664–30 BCE

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Ancient Egypt
Material: Blue-green faience
Period: Likely Late Period to Ptolemaic Period (circa 664 BCE – 30 BCE)

Description

An intriguing ancient Egyptian faience decorative amulet or bead, fashioned in a radiating sunburst or rosette-like form with a deeply molded surface and textured ridging. The amulet exhibits a rich blue-green glaze with areas of earthen encrustation and mineral surface deposits consistent with long-term burial. A perforation runs through the center, allowing the piece to be strung on a cord, worn as a pendant, or incorporated into ritual or personal adornment.

Features

- Distinct radiating star / rosette form

- Central perforation for suspension

- Deep modeled detailing

- Classic Egyptian blue-green glaze tones

- Likely a protective or decorative amulet bead

Cultural Significance

Egyptian faience was a symbolic material associated with rebirth, divine protection, and eternal life, often used in amulets, jewelry, and ritual objects. Star / rosette-style amulets are linked to protection, guidance, and celestial symbolism.

Condition

Good ancient condition with surface wear expected for its age, along with visible mineral deposits and patina throughout. The piece remains structurally strong, displaying natural glaze weathering and an appealing ancient surface texture consistent with long-term burial and antiquity.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Length: 0.75 inches

Age

Approximately 2,000–2,600 years old

Learn More

View a comparable Ancient Egyptian faience amulet and explore its cultural meaning at The Metropolitan Museum of Art:
Metropolitan Museum of Art – Egyptian Faience Amulet

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