Scarab with Hathor emblem
New Kingdom
The Hathor emblem at the center of this scarab has a tall striated element on top of her head. Some have thought this is derived from a fringe of hair – like a cow’s – seen on early Bat symbols, others have interpreted it as a low reed crown. In later periods this element is assimilated to a podium or a cornice.
Papyrus clumps figure at either side.
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