Horus amulet in the shape of a falcon with the double crown
Third Intermediate Period
Not on view
Due to its double crown, this small falcon can be identified as a depiction of the god Horus. On its chest is a scallop-pattern, indicating feathers. The bird is standing on a rectangular base, as is common for such three-dimensional amulets. It is made out of brilliant blue faience with additional markings in black on the beak, tail, and wings. A loop for suspension is on the back, behind the top of the falcon’s head and the bottom of the crown. This allowed the piece to be worn and to put the wearer under the protection of this god.
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