This jewel is based on a scarab ring bearing the name of Queen Iaehetep in gold and lapis lazuli.
Egypt - Early New Kingdom, circa 1650-1425 BC
Rings made an appearance during the very first dynasties and were frequently worn from the Middle Kingdom onwards. During this period, the setting was often...
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This jewel is based on a scarab ring bearing the name of Queen Iaehetep in gold and lapis lazuli.
Egypt - Early New Kingdom, circa 1650-1425 BC
Rings made an appearance during the very first dynasties and were frequently worn from the Middle Kingdom onwards. During this period, the setting was often in the shape of a scarab, which can be turned so that it can also be used as a seal.
In addition to a variety of motifs (flowers, divinities, prophylactic signs and other decorative elements), the names and titles of the owner were often included.
This custom still prevailed at the beginning of the New Kingdom, as in this scarab ring bearing the name and titles of Queen Iahhetep, «mother of the king and royal wife». Her tomb contained many pieces of jewellery.
Keep the jewellery away from dust and moisture. Avoid contact with perfume, chemicals and cosmetics; avoid getting the jewellery wet.
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