Egyptian Amulet of Lion God Maahes | Circa 1070 to 664BCE

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Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet depicting Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Circa 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period. Compact personal charm with finely detailed features, symbolizing divine guardianship and strength. Excellent condition with smooth surface and preserved carving.
Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet depicting Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Circa 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period. Compact personal charm with finely detailed features, symbolizing divine guardianship and strength. Excellent condition with smooth surface and preserved carving.
Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet of Maahes, lion-headed god, 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period
1070–664 BCE Egyptian Maahes amulet, lion-headed god of war and protection, finely carved stone
Ancient Egyptian personal amulet depicting Maahes, Third Intermediate Period, compact charm with detailed carving
Carved stone amulet of Maahes, lion-headed Egyptian god, 1070–664 BCE, divine guardianship symbol
Third Intermediate Period Egyptian amulet of Maahes, finely detailed lion-headed god of weather and protection
Ancient Egyptian Maahes stone amulet, 1070–664 BCE, compact personal charm with preserved carving and smooth surface
Ancient Egyptian Maahes amulet, Third Intermediate Period, 1070–664 BCE, lion-headed god of war and protection, finely carved stone
  • Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet depicting Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Circa 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period. Compact personal charm with finely detailed features, symbolizing divine guardianship and strength. Excellent condition with smooth surface and preserved carving.
  • Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet depicting Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Circa 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period. Compact personal charm with finely detailed features, symbolizing divine guardianship and strength. Excellent condition with smooth surface and preserved carving.
  • Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet of Maahes, lion-headed god, 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period
  • 1070–664 BCE Egyptian Maahes amulet, lion-headed god of war and protection, finely carved stone
  • Ancient Egyptian personal amulet depicting Maahes, Third Intermediate Period, compact charm with detailed carving
  • Carved stone amulet of Maahes, lion-headed Egyptian god, 1070–664 BCE, divine guardianship symbol
  • Third Intermediate Period Egyptian amulet of Maahes, finely detailed lion-headed god of weather and protection
  • Ancient Egyptian Maahes stone amulet, 1070–664 BCE, compact personal charm with preserved carving and smooth surface
  • Ancient Egyptian Maahes amulet, Third Intermediate Period, 1070–664 BCE, lion-headed god of war and protection, finely carved stone
Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet depicting Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Circa 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period. Compact personal charm with finely detailed features, symbolizing divine guardianship and strength. Excellent condition with smooth surface and preserved carving.
Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet depicting Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Circa 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period. Compact personal charm with finely detailed features, symbolizing divine guardianship and strength. Excellent condition with smooth surface and preserved carving.
Ancient Egyptian carved stone amulet of Maahes, lion-headed god, 1070–664 BCE, Third Intermediate Period
1070–664 BCE Egyptian Maahes amulet, lion-headed god of war and protection, finely carved stone
Ancient Egyptian personal amulet depicting Maahes, Third Intermediate Period, compact charm with detailed carving
Carved stone amulet of Maahes, lion-headed Egyptian god, 1070–664 BCE, divine guardianship symbol
Third Intermediate Period Egyptian amulet of Maahes, finely detailed lion-headed god of weather and protection
Ancient Egyptian Maahes stone amulet, 1070–664 BCE, compact personal charm with preserved carving and smooth surface
Ancient Egyptian Maahes amulet, Third Intermediate Period, 1070–664 BCE, lion-headed god of war and protection, finely carved stone

Egyptian Amulet of Lion God Maahes | Circa 1070 to 664BCE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Ancient Egypt
Material: Carved stone (amulet form)
Period: Third Intermediate Period, circa 1070–664 BCE

Description
This rare Egyptian amulet depicts Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Revered as the son of Ptah and the feline goddesses Bast or Sekhmet, Maahes embodied ferocity and guardianship in the Egyptian pantheon. The amulet presents the deity with a lion’s head, symbolizing his protective and warlike qualities, and was likely worn as a personal charm to invoke divine strength and safeguarding in daily life or battle.

Features

- Lion-headed figure symbolizing the god Maahes

- Compact amulet form for personal devotion or ritual use

- Fine detailing consistent with Third Intermediate Period artistry

- Smooth surface with preserved carved features

Cultural Significance
Amulets of Maahes were especially valued during the politically unstable Third Intermediate Period, when Egypt faced internal divisions and foreign incursions. As a protective deity, Maahes was believed to defend both pharaohs and common people, ensuring victory in war and protection against natural and spiritual threats. Worn close to the body, this amulet offered a tangible connection to divine power, embodying the Egyptian reliance on protective charms during uncertain times.

Condition
Excellent condition, with clear depiction of the lion-headed deity and only minor wear consistent with age. The surface remains smooth, preserving the symbolic presence of Maahes.

Dimensions (approximate)
Height: 2 in
Width: 1.75 in

Age
Approximately 2,700–3,000 years old

Learn & Explore More

Read more about Maahes, the lion-headed Egyptian god of war and protection, through an in-depth article at ETB Tours Egypt — exploring his divine role and symbolism in ancient belief.

Discover additional artifacts and sacred relics from Egypt’s storied past in our Ancient Egyptian Collection where history and craftsmanship endure through the ages.

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Ancient Egypt
Material: Carved stone (amulet form)
Period: Third Intermediate Period, circa 1070–664 BCE

Description
This rare Egyptian amulet depicts Maahes, the lion-headed god of war, protection, and weather. Revered as the son of Ptah and the feline goddesses Bast or Sekhmet, Maahes embodied ferocity and guardianship in the Egyptian pantheon. The amulet presents the deity with a lion’s head, symbolizing his protective and warlike qualities, and was likely worn as a personal charm to invoke divine strength and safeguarding in daily life or battle.

Features

- Lion-headed figure symbolizing the god Maahes

- Compact amulet form for personal devotion or ritual use

- Fine detailing consistent with Third Intermediate Period artistry

- Smooth surface with preserved carved features

Cultural Significance
Amulets of Maahes were especially valued during the politically unstable Third Intermediate Period, when Egypt faced internal divisions and foreign incursions. As a protective deity, Maahes was believed to defend both pharaohs and common people, ensuring victory in war and protection against natural and spiritual threats. Worn close to the body, this amulet offered a tangible connection to divine power, embodying the Egyptian reliance on protective charms during uncertain times.

Condition
Excellent condition, with clear depiction of the lion-headed deity and only minor wear consistent with age. The surface remains smooth, preserving the symbolic presence of Maahes.

Dimensions (approximate)
Height: 2 in
Width: 1.75 in

Age
Approximately 2,700–3,000 years old

Learn & Explore More

Read more about Maahes, the lion-headed Egyptian god of war and protection, through an in-depth article at ETB Tours Egypt — exploring his divine role and symbolism in ancient belief.

Discover additional artifacts and sacred relics from Egypt’s storied past in our Ancient Egyptian Collection where history and craftsmanship endure through the ages.

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