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New Kingdom ?
As the healed eye of Horus, the wedjat is a powerful symbol. It represents health and regeneration. Two wedjat-eyes are shown on the underside of this scarab, facing each other. Another sign, possibly a fish, is placed underneath.
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Title: Scarab with Wedjat Eyes
Period: New Kingdom ?
Dynasty: Dynasty 18 ?
Date: ca. 1550–1295 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt
Medium: Faience
Dimensions: L. 1.6 cm (5/8 in.)
Credit Line: Gift of Joseph W. Drexel, 1889
Accession Number: 89.2.463
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