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Ca. AD 800- 1000.A gold amulet shaped like an axe head with a flared blade. The opposite end features a shallow round socket designed for suspension. The blade is adorned at its widest point with an engraved solar symbol, featuring a central circular recess surrounded by 10 almond-shaped rays. The reverse side of the blade remains undecorated, providing a contrast to the detailed front. The pendant is threaded with a round-section gold rod, forming a ring with its finials coiling around each other with tapering ends.Size: 30mm x 15mm; Weight: 2.8gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.An exemplary mold-formed pendant in the form of a papyrus column. The column is characterised by a sizable structure with a gently pointed base, a tiered upper section and a suspension hole drilled through the top of the column. The top and bottom of the column is decorated with leaves of papyrus. The papyrus amulet was a highly favoured item to be placed on mummies and was also seen as a the symbol of fertility. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 04.2.66.Size: L:74mm / W:20mm ; 12gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC. A mould-formed pale green faience amulet of a hare with long ears depicted horizontally, likely a representation of the god Twtw. The hare is made in a stylised manner and the features are symmetrical and well-executed. There is a drilled hole on the back under the ears. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 74.51.4505. Size: 21mm x 15mm; Weight: 2g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Ca. AD 800- 1000.A silver amulet shaped like an axe head, with a vertical blade. On the opposite end, there is a shallow round socket for suspension, allowing the amulet to be worn or displayed.Size: 25mm x 10mm; Weight: 2.6gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; previously acquired at the art market in Vienna; formerly in an Austrian collection formed prior to 2000.

Ca. 3000 - 2500 BC.A collection of 12 Mesopotamian red stone amulets, all depicting animals in the round and pierced. One amulet of red stone with three foxes' heads joined.Size: 6.1-12.9mm x 3.8-13.8mm; Weight: 5.95gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.

Ca. 300 - 100 BC. A bronze miniature amulet of an ithyphallic figure. The seated figure is depicted with his large phallus extended in front with elongated arms holding either side, with drooping eyes, a small mouth, and long curly hair and beard. This little statuette was probably used in a temple or for private rituals to increase the virility of the living or as protection for the dead. Size: 35mm x 12mm; Weight: 15g Provenance: From the collection of a European gentleman based in the UK, formed in the 2000s; acquired on the German art market.

Ca. AD 100 - 300. A silver phallus amulet with a small round hoop on the top. Size: 28mm x 20mm; Weight: 13.5g Provenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Belgian art market in the 1990s.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A red jasper amulet of the goddess Isis in an upright posture. The figure is depicted wearing a tripartite wig with defined lappets resting on her shoulders. The facial features are clearly outlined, including large eyes, a broad nose, and a small mouth. The body is slender, with the arms held close to the sides and the hands clenched into fists. The torso displays a subtle indication of the figure’s anatomy, including the waistline and hips. The lower half features a straight, columnar skirt extending to the base. The feet are distinctly defined, positioned side-by-side on an integrated rectangular plinth. The reverse shows a vertical back pillar inscribed with hieroglyphs, extending from the back of the head to the base.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number EA60921.Size: 45mm x 15mm; Weight: 9.5gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Ca. AD 800- 1000.A gold amulet shaped like an axe head with a flared blade. The opposite end features a shallow round socket designed for suspension. The blade is decorated on one side with stamped triangles, each containing a raised dot, with three located at the upper edge and one at each corner of the expanding blade. Between the triangles are registers of punched dots. The opposite side of the blade is undecorated. The pendant is threaded with a round-section gold rod, forming a ring with its finials coiling around each other with tapering ends.Size: 30mm x 13mm; Weight: 2.7gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

Ptolemaic or Roman Period, Ca. 100 BC - AD 300.A faience amulet of Omphale in bright blue glaze faience. The figure is depicted as a naked woman in a squatting position with legs spread. Her headdress, breasts, abdomen, and feet are accentuated with bright yellow colouration. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 15.43.329. Size: 28mm x 20mm; weight 3gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A finely detailed steatite scarab amulet exhibiting the characteristic features of a dung beetle, including a rounded body, folded wings, and an engraved underside. The amulet is pierced horizontally for suspension.Size: 15mm x 12mm; weight 2gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Circa 664-30 BC - Late to Ptolemaic Period.A faience amulet showcases a stylized depiction of the Eye of Horus. In ancient Egyptian symbolism, the Eye of Horus, also known as the "wedjat" eye, represented the eye of the falcon-headed god Horus. It symbolized protection, royal power, and good health. The eye's association with Horus, the god of the sky and divine protector, conveyed a sense of watchfulness and safeguarding against malevolent forces. Additionally, the Eye of Horus was believed to possess healing properties and was often worn as an amulet to invoke the deity's protective influence.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number M11893a.Size: 24mm x 15mm; weight 2gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Third Intermediate Period, Ca. 1069 - 664 BC.An Egyptian faience amulet depicting a wadjet, "Eye of Horus," an ancient ocular symbol of protection. Enveloped in a brilliant, azure and green-hued glaze intended to represent the waters of the Nile. The amulet features thick black pigment delineating the pupil, as well as a lateral drill hole for suspension. Symbolic of health and healing, the Wadjet is one of the oldest Egyptian symbols. For similar see: Christie's Live Auction 3498, Ancient jewellery, Lot. 247.Size: 14mm x 11mm; Weight: 0.8gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1070 BC.A blue faience amulet featuring a columnar body with a pointed tip and a domed top with longitudinal perforation.For similar see: The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Accession Number 47.3063.Size: 32mm x 9mm; weight 2gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Third Intermediate Period, Ca. 1069 - 664 BC.An Egyptian faience amulet depicting a wadjet or Wedjat, "Eye of Horus," an ancient ocular symbol of protection. Enveloped in a brilliant, azure-hued glaze intended to represent the waters of the Nile. The amulet features thick dark blue pigment delineating the brow and pupil, as well as a lateral drill hole for suspension. Symbolic of health and healing, the Wadjet is one of the oldest Egyptian symbols. For similar see: Christie's Live Auction 3498, Ancient jewellery, Lot. 247.Size: 17mm x 14mm; Weight: 1gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Ptolemaic Period, Ca. 332 - 30 BC.A glazed faience amulet depicting the goddess Bastet in a cat form with a loop for suspension attached to the neck. The amulet is well-formed, with naturalistic and smooth proportions and charming details such as the large ears and diminutive face. For similar see: The Walters Art Museum, Accession Number 48.1563. Size: 26mm x 15mm; weight 2gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A stone amulet showcasing a stylized depiction of the Eye of Horus. In ancient Egyptian symbolism, the Eye of Horus, also known as the "wedjat" eye, represented the eye of the falcon-headed god Horus. It symbolized protection, royal power, and good health. The eye's association with Horus, the god of the sky and divine protector, conveyed a sense of watchfulness and safeguarding against malevolent forces. Additionally, the Eye of Horus was believed to possess healing properties and was often worn as an amulet to invoke the deity's protective influence.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 49.8.14.Size: 27mm x 22mm; weight 4gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A fragmentary faience amulet depicting the goddess Isis. She is shown standing with her arms positioned along the sides of her body, her gaze directed forward. The figure features prominently protruding breasts and a naked abdomen. She wears a tripartite wig and a hieroglyphic headdress representing the throne of Egypt. A vertical pillar is present at the back, serving as support for the amulet. Isis, is one of the most important deities of the Egyptian pantheon. She is typically depicted as a woman wearing a throne-shaped headdress, symbolizing her role as a queen and mother. Isis was revered for her magical prowess, wisdom, and her role as a protective mother. She was the wife of Osiris, the god of the afterlife, and mother of Horus, the falcon-headed god associated with kingship and the sky.For similar see: The Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, Inventory number 51.2560. Size: 35mm x 9mm; weight 1.5gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Third Intermediate Period, Ca. 1069 - 664 BC.An Egyptian faience amulet depicting a wedjat, "Eye of Horus," an ancient ocular symbol of protection. Embellished with a brilliant, azure-hued glaze intended to represent the waters of the Nile. The amulet features thick black pigment delineating the pupil, as well as a lateral drill hole for suspension. For similar see: Christie's Live Auction 3498, Ancient jewellery, Lot. 247.Size: 13mm x 9mm; Weight: 0.5gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; previously in a collection of a North London gentleman; formerly in a collection of Mrs B. Ellison, a deceased former member of the Egyptian Exploration Fund, bought from the 1940s, Cairo and London.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A faience amulet shaped as a flat disc with deep-cut detail and a serrated edge. Perforated lengthwise for suspension. In ancient Egyptian symbolism, the Eye of Horus, also known as the "wedjat" eye, represented the eye of the falcon-headed god Horus. It symbolized protection, royal power, and good health. The eye's association with Horus, the god of the sky and divine protector, conveyed a sense of watchfulness and safeguarding against malevolent forces. Additionally, the Eye of Horus was believed to possess healing properties and was often worn as an amulet to invoke the deity's protective influence.For similar see: The Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest, Inventory number 51.1697.Size: 18mm x 18mm; weight 1.3gProvenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the UK art market, pre-2000.

Zwei Heiligenbilder von einem unbekannten, fränkischen Künstler, 18. Jh., Altersspuren: Heiliger Nepomuk mit Hermelin und Sternen im Heiligenschein sowie einem Kreuz in der Hand und einem Amulett um den Hals, Öl/Lwd, 80 x 65 cm; Heiliger mit Kardinalshut und Kreuz in tiefer Andacht, Öl/Lwd, 80 x 65 cm. Two paintings of saints by an unknown Franconian artist, 18th century, traces of age: Saint Nepomuk with ermine and stars in his halo as well as a cross in his hand and an amulet around his neck, oil on canvas, 80 x 65 cm; Saint with cardinal's hat and cross in deep devotion, oil on canvas, 80 x 65 cm.

An Indian necklacesilver coloured metal, coral beads and coins, the back of the amulet with applied makers name in script,47cm long,a Turkoman necklace, gilded silver coloured metal, carnelian and glass, 44cm long, a Turkoman necklace, silver coloured metal, with a shaped pendant and linked coins, 40cm long. (3)

Two Yoruba Ibeji figures Nigeriaincluding a male, with an Islamic tirah neck amulet and a female, wearing glass beads, nut shell discs and cowrie shell strands,31cm and 30.8cm high. (2)ProvenanceZbyszek Plocki Collection, London.

A pair of Yoruba Ibeji figuresNigeriamale and female, with filed front teeth and platform sandals, the male with a cap and an Islamic neck amulet tirah, the female with a crested coiffure and side locks,27.5cm and 28.2cm high. (2)ProvenanceZbyszek Plocki Collection, London.

Four Yoruba Ibeji figuresNigeriaincluding a pair of males, one with glass beads, a male with an Islamic neck amulet tirah, and a female with beads,21.3cm, 21.9cm, 22.3cm and 22.9cm high. (4)ProvenanceZbyszek Plocki Collection, London.

Four Yoruba Ibeji figures Nigeriaincluding three males, one with an Islamic tirah neck amulet and wearing glass beads and a metal band, and a female wearing beads and a band,25cm, 25.5cm, 27.8cm and 28.5cm high. (4)ProvenanceZbyszek Plocki Collection, London.

A small collection of African trade bead necklaces glass, stone, agate, brass and pastic discs, and a graduated horn bead necklace, five wood bead rosary's, a Pende mask amulet necklace with cowrie shells and beads, and a Maasai goat charm, with a bone pendant and leather strap. (22)

A Tibetan amulet necklace jantarsilver coloured metal with embossed foliate decoration and woven chains, 53cm long, and an Eastern silver coloured metal facet bead necklace, 54cm long. (2)

A collection of eleven necklacesincluding one with carnelian and silver coloured metal pear shape pendants, 23cm long, an Egyptian zar amulet necklace, with a medallion engraved a figure wearing a fez and flanked by two fish, the reverse inscribed Arabic text, hung with faceted carnelian and silver coloured beads, 39cm long, one with coin pendants, 27cm long, two with hirz amulets, 22cm and 30cm, one with a silver coloured metal shell pendant, 29cm long, one with three silver coloured metal twin hirz amulets with groups of spheres, 21cm long, one with heart shape pendants, coins and tools, 27.5cm long, a Tibetan 'tooth' amulet, 8.3cm long, a silver coloured metal chain, 49cm long, a triple chain with a gilded clasp, 75cm long and five chokers. (16)

A Yoruba female Ibeji figureNigeriawith a pointed coiffure having a ring top, metal pin eyes, neck amulet with a tied knot to the back and with a waist band, wearing glass beads and brass bands,29.5cm high. ProvenanceZbyszek Plocki Collection, London.

Sumerian amulet in the form of a mystical animal, 5cm high (a/f)

Evil eye glass amulet bracelet, with integrated chain and spring clip clasp, 15.5 cm long, stamped 14 ct Condition Report: 14 ct gross weight 1.2 grams

An ancient Egyptian coloured bead necklace with scarab mount, a cylinder section from a sarcophagus and a Columbia amulet of a seated deity. (3)

A jade amulet.

A Mexican sterling silver amulet pendant necklace, and a Peruvian silver and 18ct gold brooch, 51.1mm, 79.1g total (2) . Condition Report:No damage or repair, fittings working

Antiquities to include an Indus valley terracotta head a Roman oil lamp and a Egyptian style figure 23cm high and a crocodile amulet 7cm. (4)

A box containing silver bladed fruit knives, micro mosaic decorated cross, a silver caddy spoon, silver necked scent bottle, a fob watch, oval framed miniature portrait, a carnelian Islamic amulet, various silver and white metal items etc.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from black stone, presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. The underside displays a polished surface.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.Size: 21mm x 15mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Ca. 1069 - 664 BC.An exceptional faience frog-shaped amulet crafted in a naturalistic manner, featuring a surface adorned with black glazed dots that represent the frog's skin texture.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994, fig. 28.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994, fig. 28.Size: 35mm x 24mm; Weight: 9g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A mould-formed faience jackal amulet shown in a recumbent pose. The resting feline is displayed with front paws laid out before him and hind legs bent to each side of his muscular body as his sinuous tail loops up onto his right leg. He gazes forward from sunken eyes above a round snout and a slight mouth, all enveloped in a thick green glaze.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 40mm x 24mm; Weight: 9g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Ca. 3000 - 2500 BC.A Mesopotamian orange stone amulet depicting animals. It is drilled vertically.Size: 28mm x 18mm; Weight: 10g.Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A steatite frog amulet depicted seated atop a circular flat base. The frog's body is extended forward, with its bulging eyes and defined anatomical features such as legs and a smooth contour. The amulet is perforated through the base for attachment, and the underside is engraved with an image of a scorpion.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 17mm x 15mm; Weight: 3g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Christie's, 25-04-07,7376 lot 38.100. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from black stone and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus, while the underside displays a polished surface.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.Size: 10mm x 6mm; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of 32 faience amulets. Each amulet is shaped as a blooming lotus flower, with a scalloped, petal-like form tapering downward. The pieces exhibit various shades of blue and yellow glaze, with intricate details, a flat underside, and a suspension loop at the top.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 56.20.627.25.For similar see: National Museums Liverpool, Accession number 56.20.627.25.Size: 8-19mm x 7-14mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.An amulet carved in black stone in the form of a fly/scarab with detailed wings on top. The verso has a polished surface.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 22mm x 16mm; Weight: 9g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from green/black stone presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus, while the underside displays a polished surface.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.Size: 18mm x 16mm; Weight: 8g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from carnelian and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. The underside displays a stylised shell.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.Size: 18mm x 15mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A porphyry stone heart vessel amulet. The heart is stylised, resembling a pot complete with lug handles at the shoulders. A suspension loop is situated at the top, facilitating display. The amulet's surface displays the rich, mottled patterns characteristic of porphyry.For similar see: The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, inv. 2003.217.For similar see: The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, inv. 2003.217.Size: 50mm x 38mm; Weight: 48g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Bonhams, 29 April 2004, Lot 36.1200. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A small amulet carved from black hardstone depicting the god Horus in the shape of a falcon. The dignified falcon stands tall atop an integral rectangular plinth with delineated legs, holds both wings against the sides of its breast, and features a perforated suspension loop protruding just above the broad tail feathers. A pair of ovoid eyes and a conical beak imbue the pendant with an attractive visage and a characteristic avian presentation.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 19mm x 17mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition. 

New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, crafted in blue faience and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. While the underside displays a hieroglyphic inscription.Size: D:12mm / US: 44928 / UK: A; Weight: 2g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A collection of six scarabs and amulets, the four scarabs of ovoid form with naturalistic features. Beneath the domed insects are hieroglyphic inscriptions. A suspension hole is drilled lengthwise through the body, for mounting on a necklace or a swivel ring. The first amulet is probably a cat with raised ears; the second is a frog with a raised head.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 7-18mm x 4-13mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Ca. 40000 - 10000 BC.A Prehistoric stone amulet with a crescent shaped body and a horizontal drilled hole.Size: 45mm x 35mm; Weight: 17g.Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.An exceptional mould-formed faience lion amulet shown in a recumbent pose. The resting feline is depicted with front paws laid out before him and hind legs bent to each side of his muscular body as his sinuous tail loops up onto his right leg. He gazes forward from sunken eyes above a round snout and a slightly open mouth, all enveloped in a thick green glaze.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 30mm x 16mm; Weight: 6g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A collection of eight faience flower-shaped amulets including one eight-petalled flower amulet sculpted with a raised central boss, three disc-shaped amulets with a central perforation and radiating petals. Two of these have gold attachments, and four lotus flower buds.For similar see: Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna, Egyptian Collection, INV 3273.For similar see: Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna, Egyptian Collection, INV 3273.Size: 7-15mm x 7-15mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition. 

Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A scarab with an ovoid body, carved from carnelian, presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. The underside displays a stylised shell.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7207, Antiquities, Lot 40.Size: 28mm x 19mm; Weight: 12g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Ca. 2055 - 30 BC.A collection of four scarabs with ovoid body, carved from steatite and green stone and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. While the underside shows hieroglyphic inscriptions and symbolic scenes.Size: 8-16mm x 5-12mm; Weight: 5g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC.An Egyptian green stone bee amulet made in a naturalistic manner. It has a long ribbed body and its folded wings are framed with an incised line on the edges.Size: 42mm x 30mm; Weight: 16g.Provenance: Private London collection of an Ancient Art dealer; Formerly in a central London family collection, 1990s; Suggested to be examined by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology, in the late 1980s and early 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A collection of four scarabs, three with ovoid body, carved from steatite and green stone and presenting pleasingly smooth surfaces. The topside of the insectile amulet features a folded wing carapace with incised striations, delineated legs with frilled tips, a semicircular head, and a serrated frontal clypeus. While the underside displays symbolic scenes. The first scarab has an elongated body, pierced lengthwise; unadorned.Size: 10-16mm x 45572mm; Weight: 4g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.

Ca. 2500 - 1500 BC.A Mesopotamian brown stone amulet. It depicts the head of an animal, perhaps a boar. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert.Size: 11mm x 24mm; Weight: 5.4g.Provenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; Ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.

New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC.A blue faience amulet with cartouche form inscribed with hieroglyphic script on the top and a mummiform god on the verso. The amulet is pierced horizontally.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.For similar see: Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, 1994.Size: 30mm x 19mm; Weight: 7g.Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Christie'sSale 7659, 13 October 2008, Lot 96/4. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.