{"product_id":"ancient-egyptian-carved-stone-horus-bird-figure-late-period-circa-664-30-b-c","title":"Ancient Egyptian | Carved Stone Horus Bird Figure | Late Period | Circa 664–30 B.C.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Egypt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved stone with mineral surface deposits\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, 664–30 B.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finely carved Ancient Egyptian amulet depicting a crouching falcon, rendered in compact form with folded wings and a slightly raised head. The falcon sits on a low base with its body angled forward, conveying the poised vigilance characteristic of Egyptian falcon imagery. A small perforation near the head indicates the piece was originally suspended as a wearable protective amulet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe falcon was one of the most sacred animals in Egyptian religion and was closely associated with Horus, the sky god and divine protector of kingship. Amulets of this form were widely used during the Late Period and Ptolemaic era as symbols of divine guardianship, protection, and royal authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Carved representation of a sacred falcon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Compact crouching posture with folded wings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Suspension hole for wearing as an amulet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Natural mineral patina developed over centuries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Classic Egyptian protective symbolism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Egyptian belief, the falcon embodied the power of Horus, the celestial deity whose eyes represented the sun and moon. Falcon amulets were worn to invoke divine protection and to associate the wearer with the strength, vision, and authority of the god.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch amulets were also placed among mummy wrappings to ensure spiritual protection and guidance in the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient condition with surface wear and mineral deposits consistent with age. Minor abrasions and natural patina present throughout the surface. Suspension perforation intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 1.13 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2,000–2,600 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the symbolism of the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Horus and Ra – Symbols of Kingship and Creation\" href=\"https:\/\/egyptianimports.com\/blogs\/news\/horus-and-ra-symbols-of-kingship-and-creation\"\u003eHorus falcon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and its role in Egyptian kingship and creation mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ancient Egyptian Artifacts – Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\" href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/ancient-egyptian-mummies-artifacts\"\u003eAncient Egyptian Artifacts Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic and Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52555290935618,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/ancient-egyptian-falcon-amulet-horus-stone.png?v=1774186967","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/products\/ancient-egyptian-carved-stone-horus-bird-figure-late-period-circa-664-30-b-c","provider":"Relic and Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}