the sealed tablet inside was considered binding
A finely worked bifacial knife
with traces of original white slip remaining
the piece illustrates the Egyptians' appreciation for richly colored natural stones and the technical sophistication achieved in 18th Dynasty beadwork
This is a digital download of the original 28-page catalog
A pair of Egyptian Carnelian Ball Bead earrings, Middle Kingdom, ca. 2141 - 2122 BCE Amulets - Protection the sealed tablet inside wasHand carved by the ancient Egyptians, these bright orange carnelian ball beads create a lovely pair of drop earrings with 14 karat white gold posts, featuring an open circle design set with eighteen 0. 005 ct. round white diamonds (I1 clarity G, H color; 0. 18CTTW pair). Carnelian was one of the six most prized semi precious stones by the ancient Egyptians. It is endowed with the magical properties of power, courage, healing, and protection. Medium: