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Ca. 1070 - 900 BC A beautiful bright green faience amulet depicting Isis nursing Horus, her posthumous son with the god Osiris. The goddess, identified by the throne hieroglyph on her head, sits on a block seat adorned with black glaze. A folded cloth is shown covering her legs until the ankles. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Accession Number: 2021.41.31. Size: 75mm x 38mm; Weight: 31g Provenance: 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.

Ca. AD 200 - 400 A Roman bronze applique crafted in the shape of a phallus. The front has a geometric motif composed of a line broken by a sphere. On the back, there are three hooks that can be used to attach it to a statue or piece of furniture. The object has a beautiful green patina from oxidation. The phallus amulet was used in ancient Rome as a talisman. It was believed to bring good luck, fertility, and protection from evil spirits. The phallus symbol appears in various forms of art, jewellery, and architecture. Size: 26mm x 19mm; Weight: 10g Provenance: Property of London gallery, acquired on the Austrian art market.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC A beautiful green faience amulet depicting a frog tensed to jump. The animal's features are depicted in great detail. The snout is elongated, the wide mouth and eyes are clearly discernible, and the ridges on the frog’s back are made using incised lines. Size: 17mm x 10mm; Weight: 2g Provenance: 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.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC An Egyptian amulet depicting Nephthys, Horus, and Isis standing side-by-side on an integral plinth against a back pillar. The triad amulet depicts three deities who play important roles in the Osiride myth. This myth narrates the murder and revival of the god Osiris and the birth and triumphal revenge of his son Horus. In the story, the goddesses Isis and Nephthys care for Osiris' body and protect his son Horus as a young child. Looped at the top for suspension. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Accession Number: 26.7.890. Size: 45mm x 25mm; Weight: 15g Provenance: 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.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC A mould-formed turquoise-glazed faience amulet depicting the dwarf deity Bes, made in a stylised manner. Bes was a protector of children, women, and those within the home. The bandy-legged figure stands nude atop an integral plinth with hands placed atop thick thighs, a portly belly hanging over his waistline, and a bearded face. This image of Bes also has a crown of tall feathers. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number 26.7.877. Size: 31mm x 15mm; Weight: 3.9g Provenance: 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.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC An Egyptian quartz amulet, polished. It is semi-opaque, and glows when it is backlit. The quartz is a type of hard and semi precious stone. The dreamy coloration and durability of this stone was a favourite with ancient jewelers. Size: 23mm x 7mm; Weight: 5g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014, acquired from Jacques Billen.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC An Egyptian pale green stylised faience amulet of the god Pataikos. The deity is depicted crouching with his legs extended and his arms held against his sides. He is portrayed as a dwarf with a long snout, flared nostrils, small legs, and a large head with a hoop behind the neck. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Accession Number: 74.51.4461. Size: 45mm x 20mm; Weight: 10g Provenance: 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.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC A hand-carved stone amulet depicting the face of the Egyptian goddess Hathor. The amulet has a round hoop at the top with a drilled horizontal hole. This is an Egyptian depiction of the goddess, with tab-shaped ears and a centrally-parted hairstyle. For similar see: museo palatino le collezioni (2014), n. 26. Size: 27mm x 21mm; Weight: 6g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s in Londons; previously in 1970s European collection.

Ca. 664 - 30 BC A beautiful Egyptian amulet depicting Sekhmet, the lioness-headed goddess of war, military strategy, and healing. Hand-carved from cobalt blue lapis lazuli, the deity is presented standing in a skirt with her arms by her sides. She stands on an integral, short plinth and has a suspension loop behind her head. Size: 37mm x 12mm; Weight: 6g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

An Ancient Egyptian Bronze Osiris Amulet Figure And a Further Bronze Amulet Figure An Ancient Egyptian Bronze Osiris Amulet Figure, likely Late Period, presented on a perspex stand, together with a further cast bronze amulet figure, modelled as a figure with instrument, possibly Buddhist but unidentified.Both 8.5cm highPrivate Collection, North-West of England.See images for details of condition.

An Ancient Luristan Bronze Ibex Amulet An Ancient Luristan Bronze Ibex Amulet, circa 1000-700 BCE, presented on modern stand.3.8cm long, 4cm highPrivate Collection, North-West of England.Expected surface wear.

A Tibetan white and gilt metal amulet, L. 5.5cm.

A Chinese carved lapis lazuli amulet, L. 8.5cm.

A Chinese white metal mounted (tested silver) carved mutton fat jade amulet, 5.5 x 4.5cm.

A North African white metal and red coral amulet pendant the central pendant in the form of the Hand of Fatima, with crescent moon below.

Miniaturstatuette eines Laren und Phallusamulett, römisch, 2. - 3. Jhdt. n. Chr. Bronzene Miniatur eines Laren auf Standplatte. Jünglingshafte Figur in Tunika mit lockigem langen Haar und Korb in der Linken, die Rechte abgebrochen. Reizvolle Figur von guter Qualität mit fein ausgearbeiteten Details. Grüne Patina. Fußplatte nach hinten umgebogen. Höhe 3,3 cm. Phallusamulett mit kantigem Schaft und Öse in der Mitte. Länge 4,8 cm. A Roman miniature statuette of a Lar and phallic amulet, 2nd - 3rd century A.D. A Roman miniature statuette of a Lar and phallic amulet, 2nd - 3rd century A.D.Bronzene Miniatur eines Laren auf Standplatte. Jünglingshafte Figur in Tunika mit lockigem langen Haar und Korb in der Linken, die Rechte abgebrochen. Reizvolle Figur von guter Qualität mit fein ausgearbeiteten Details. Grüne Patina. Fußplatte nach hinten umgebogen. Höhe 3,3 cm. Phallusamulett mit kantigem Schaft und Öse in der Mitte. Länge 4,8 cm.Condition: II

Fünf altägyptische Figuren und ein Anch-Amulett, meist Fayence, eine Figur aus Stein, Spätzeit, Mitte 1. Jtsd. v. Chr. 1) Figur der Isis aus dunklem Felsgestein. Die Gottheit mit langem Gewand bis auf die Fußknöchel und Perücke, darüber Kopfbedeckung aus einem Kranz von Uräusschlangen. Auf der Rückseite vertikaler Stab mit Hieroglypheninschrift. Höhe 5,9 cm. 2) Fayencefigur einer weiblichen Gottheit mit angelegten Armen, wohl Nephtys. Höhe 8,5 cm. 3) Miniaturuschebti in Gestalt einer Osirismumie mit gekreuzten Unterarmen auf der Brust, diese einen Dreschflegel und eine Feldhacke haltend. Höhe 7,5 cm. 4) Miniaturuschebti in Gestalt einer Osirismumie mit feinen Gesichtszügen, unter den auf der Brust gekreuzten Unterarmen Hieroglypheninschrift in fünf Zeilen. Höhe 7,3 cm. 5) Miniaturfayence der thronenden Isis-Hathor, das Horuskind säugend. Höhe 3,8 cm. 6) Anch-Amulett aus Fayence. Höhe 4 cm. Teils minimale Bestoßungen. Reizvolles Ensemble attraktiver altägyptischer Kleinkunst. Five ancient Egyptian figures and an Ankh amulet, mostly faience, one figure made of stone, Late Period, mid-1st millennium B.C. Five ancient Egyptian figures and an Ankh amulet, mostly faience, one figure made of stone, Late Period, mid-1st millennium B.C.1) Figur der Isis aus dunklem Felsgestein. Die Gottheit mit langem Gewand bis auf die Fußknöchel und Perücke, darüber Kopfbedeckung aus einem Kranz von Uräusschlangen. Auf der Rückseite vertikaler Stab mit Hieroglypheninschrift. Höhe 5,9 cm. 2) Fayencefigur einer weiblichen Gottheit mit angelegten Armen, wohl Nephtys. Höhe 8,5 cm. 3) Miniaturuschebti in Gestalt einer Osirismumie mit gekreuzten Unterarmen auf der Brust, diese einen Dreschflegel und eine Feldhacke haltend. Höhe 7,5 cm. 4) Miniaturuschebti in Gestalt einer Osirismumie mit feinen Gesichtszügen, unter den auf der Brust gekreuzten Unterarmen Hieroglypheninschrift in fünf Zeilen. Höhe 7,3 cm. 5) Miniaturfayence der thronenden Isis-Hathor, das Horuskind säugend. Höhe 3,8 cm. 6) Anch-Amulett aus Fayence. Höhe 4 cm. Teils minimale Bestoßungen. Reizvolles Ensemble attraktiver altägyptischer Kleinkunst.Condition: II

An Egyptian bronze Osiris amulet Late Period-Ptolemaic Period, circa 664-30 B.C.10.8cm highFootnotes:Provenance:Private collection, New York, acquired in the last 20 years.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A group of hardstone Egyptian amulets Late Period, circa 664-332 B.C.Comprising a red stone sun-in-horizon; another of black stone; a sma, representing an animal's lungs and windpipe, the hieroglyph for 'unification'; a haematite set-square; five djed pillars; four heart amulets; a carnelian kneeling figure; a greenstone fist amulet; a double plume amulet; and a Predynastic lower half of a female peg figure, circa 3500-3100 B.C., 1.5cm-9cm (17)Footnotes:Provenance:Walter Thomas Gaze Cooper (1895-1981) collection; and thence by descent to the present owner.Walter Gaze Cooper was a prolific composer and musician, writing his first serious piece, a piano concerto, in 1923. He studied at the Royal College of Music and his many compositions included piano concertos, eight symphonies and an opera. He was a piano and theory teacher throughout his life, teaching at the Midland Conservatoire of Music.His other great passion in life was collecting Egyptian, Chinese and Greek art and antiquities. His collection was impressive, indeed, the archaeologist, Sir Mortimer Wheeler often spoke of a rare artefact saying that 'there are only two of its kind, one in the British Museum and the other in the Gaze Cooper collection.'For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An Egyptian blue amulet of a naos or shrine Third Intermediate Period, circa 1069-664 B.C.2.7cm highFootnotes:Provenance:Private collection, Switzerland, 1970s.with Jean-David Cahn AG, Basel.W. Arnold Meijer collection, the Netherlands, acquired from the above in November 2010.The openwork sides of this exceedingly rare amulet are decorated with tyet knots, ankh signs, and a seated uraeus; for more on shrine amulets, see C. Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, p. 97. For similar examples, also in Egyptian blue, see the Metropolitan Museum, New York, acc. no. 1984.177, and Johns Hopkins Archaeological Museum, Baltimore, acc. no. 2232 D. Both the Johns Hopkins example and the present lot have a small lump of Egyptian blue inside the shrine, which is meant to represent the god's image.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An Egyptian steatite name bead or sweret bead with cartouche for the Pharaoh Wah-ib-re, Psamtek I Late Period, 26th Dynasty, 664-610 B.C.5.2cm highFootnotes:Provenance:J.P. collection, formed in the 1960s.Private collection, London, acquired in London from the above in the 1980s. Inscribed with a text asking for offerings of the god, Ptah-Sokar-Osiris on behalf of King Wah-ib-re. Cf. C. Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum, 1994, p.99, fig. 100d for a carnelian example. Andrews discusses the possibility that such beads protected against snake bites in the Other World, and were depicted on coffins of the Middle Kingdom and were used during the New Kingdom and later revived as an amulet in the Late Period. For an example of a New Kingdom glazed steatite name bead for the scribe of the Treasury, Huy, see Egypt's Golden Age, the Art of Living in the New Kingdom, Museum of Fine Arts Boston, 1982, p. 240, no. 318.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A large Egyptian silver amulet of Nefertum Late Period, circa 664-332 B.C.7.5cm highFootnotes:Provenance:Anonymous sale; Christie's, New York, 15 December 1993, lot 19 (part).with Royal-Athena Galleries, New York (Art of the Ancient World XIII, January 2002, no. 159).Private collection, UK, acquired from the above.Exhibited:Ball State University Art Museum 1995-2001.Nefertum is the god of the lotus blossom which, according to Egyptian mythology, emerged from the primeval waters of creation.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An Egyptian turquoise faience amulet of Shu Late Period, 26th Dynasty, circa 664-525 B.C.3cm highFootnotes:Provenance:Reputedly Frederick George Hilton Price (1842-1909) collection, London.Emile Brugsch-Pasha (1842-1930) collection, France.Collection Emile Brugsch-Pacha; François de Ricqlès; Hôtel Drouot, Paris, 30 September-1 October 1996, lot 525.W. Arnold Meijer collection, acquired at the above sale.Published:C.A.R. Andrews and J. van Dijk, Objects for Eternity, Egyptian Antiquities from the W. Arnold Meijer Collection, Mainz, 2006, p. 229, no. 3.40.Exhibited:Allard Pierson Museum, Archaeological Museum of the University of Amsterdam, Objecten voor de Eeuwigheid, 17 November 2006 – 25 March 2007.Finely modelled examples such as this date to the 26th Dynasty, and were placed on the lower torso of mummies; 'Shu was the son of the sun, the principle of air who, with his consort Tefnut, the principle of moisture, created Geb and Nut, earth and sky, whom he promptly seperated by raising Nut aloft' (C. Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, p. 19, see 11e for another example).This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Tibetan bronze figure of Shiva with Garuda, the four armed deity holding a sceptre, amulet and a bowl, one hand raised in blessing, his right foot raised upon the bird mount Garuda, on lotus base, double vajra mark to underside, 24cm high

Lot of Asian jewelry, with a ring and brooch with red lacquer, two rings, pendant with Buddha and a jade amulet. In good condition.

Three carved white jade pendants, with light amber spots. They are a traditional representation of the three Han treasures. First, there is “施南佩”, a figure similar in use to a compass, composed of two rectangular bodies of curved profile topped by a sinuous hitch in the shape of a reclining “S”; next is “翁仲” in the shape of an old man, with a rectangular body, triangular head and square base foot. Finally, “刚印” a “cong” amulet of rectangular shape and perforated interior, decorated with incised characters on its four faces.These three ornaments were traditionally employed together as elements of protection from evil spirits. Size: 4.5 x 2.2 x 2.3 cm; 6.5 x 1.2 x 2 cm; 4.5 x 1.6 x 1.6 cm; 4.5 x 1.6 x 1.6 cmWeight: 30 g; 23 g; 33 gTotal weight: 86 g 

A stone model of Il Porcellino, after Pietro Tacca 10cm wide,together with two snuff boxes, comprising a brass novelty example with a triple combination lock, 8cm wide, and a pewter example, engraved boars head and dated 1796 7.5cm wide, an amulet, encased in copper wire 4cm high, and a bronze Napolean Bonaparte Battle of Marengo Uniface Medallion, early 19th century After Andreiu, encased in a glazed frame, 7.5cm wideCondition ReportThe Porcellino with losses to the upper jaw, and base, knocks and wear. Scratches and knocks to the snuff boxes.

A 19th century Victorian Grand Tour souvenir bronze figurine amulet depicting a reclining sphinx. The sphinx seated, with tail curled into a ring shape. Mounted on suede. Measures approx. 7cm tall, 13cm long.

A silver amulet rattle in the form of a lion, Spanish or Italian, 18th century, with bells suspended from the lion's paws (one lacking), to wire and twisted wire link suspension, width 5.5cm Provenance: The collection of Sidney J. A. Churchill (1862-1921), by descentCondition Report: One bell lacking. The tail of the lion has broken off, and shows signs of previous repair.

Two Antique African Tribal bronze items of jewellery; Gan Bronze amulet and arm manilla/ bracelet.

Roman, 2nd century AD, bone pin head, taking the form of a female bust wearing a head dress; together with an Amethyst bead, a Greek bone pomegranate shaped pendant and an Anatolian green steatite amulet with incised decoration [4]. All fine £100-£150 --- Provenance: First bt Tetragon; others bt Helios Gallery, 2004-5.

A lovely Egyptian faience bead necklace, Late Period, ca. 664 - 332 BC. It is 18 in. long and is comprised of fine faience tubular and disk beads in a nice variety of colors. A beautiful 13 mm long blue-green faience amulet of Bes is used as a pendant. He is a protective God in the form of a dwarf, defender of everything good and the enemy of all that is bad. (E119)

North African jewellery, including three Nubian rings size U, a Nubian amulet suspended from black cord approx 7.5 x 4 cms together with another Nubian necklace approx 30 x 13 cms suspended from a black cord. This lot includes two Berber cross pendants approx 15 and 8 cms respectively, two Ethiopian Coptic cross pendants approx 6.5 cms a Sudanese cross pendant with glass bead decoration approx 8 x 5.4 cms. Two more pendants and three earrings. 

Middle Eastern Tribal / Yemen / Oman / Bedouin Circular Box, foliate detailed in relief, 4.8cm diameter; A Rectangular Amulet / Prayer Box, canted corners, allover detailed in relief, hinged lid with pin fastener (hinged broken), with suspension loop to one end, overall length approximately 9.4cm. (2)

9 tibetanische Schmuckteile. Silberteile: Halbrunde Gürteltasche H 6,5 cm / Runder Anhänger mit Kügelchen Ø ca. 7 cm. / Armreif mit Korallen B 3,5 cm. / Armreif mit feiner Reliefstruktur, B 2,5 cm. / Kette mit Korallen und kleinem Amulettbehälter, L ca. 50 cm. / Unedle Teile: Großer und kleiner Amulettbehälter L 14 und 9 cm / Snuffbottle H 8 cm / Kette mit hohlen Metallkugeln und dunkelroten Perlen aus Naturmaterial. L 51 cm. Aufrufzeit 13. | Juni 2024 | voraussichtlich 11:49 Uhr (CET)9 pieces of Tibetan jewelry. Silver parts: Semicircular belt pouch H 6.5 cm / Round pendant with beads Ø approx. 7 cm. / Bangle with corals W 3.5 cm. / Bangle with fine relief structure, W 2.5 cm. / Necklace with corals and small amulet container, L approx. 50 cm / Base parts: Large and small amulet container L 14 and 9 cm / Snuffbottle H 8 cm / Necklace with hollow metal balls and dark red beads made of natural material. L 51 cm. Aufrufzeit 13. | June 2024 | probably 11:49 am (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.

Goldene Châtelaine mit Amulett und Diamantrosen. Um 1900. 585 gepunzt. L 18,5 cm, Ø 2 cm. 17 g. Anhängeramulett mit einem Saphircabochon, an goldener Gliederkette mit schwarzem Samtstoff und diamantbesetztem Goldmonogramm "ST", Karabiner. Aufrufzeit 12. | Juni 2024 | voraussichtlich 18:08 Uhr (CET) Golden châtelaine with amulet and diamond roses. Around 1900. 585 hallmarked. L 18.5 cm, Ø 2 cm. 17 g. Pendant amulet with a sapphire cabochon, on a gold link chain with black velvet fabric and diamond-set gold monogram "ST", lobster clasp. Call time 12 | June 2024 | presumably 18:08 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.

Ptolemaic Period, Ca. 332 - 30 BC.A blue faience amulet depicting Ptah-Pataikos, a protective deity associated with Bes. He was believed to ward off evil spirits and snakes. Ptah-Pataikos is depicted with a scarab on his head, two cat figures on his shoulders, and a wide usekh collar. He holds sharp knives for protection and stands on two crocodiles. The amulet has inscriptions on the base and back pillar, with a hole for suspension. The item is accompanied by a translation and a report from Simone Musso, consultant curator for the Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.Size: 81.4mm x 34.4mm; Weight: 48.35gProvenance: UK private collection; formerly with Dres Archaeo, Brussels, acquired from a US collection, S.T. formed in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A Late Period Egyptian Uraeus bronze amulet. Amulets representing animals were attributed to a deity: a hawk for Ra, the Sun God, a lion for Sekhmet, the War Goddess, a cobra (Uraeus) for Wadjet, an ancient goddess associated with royalty. For similar see: MET Museum, Accession Number: 17.194.2436.Size: 38mm x 18mm; Weight: 24gProperty 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. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A Djed pillar amulet with a suspension loop. The djed pillar is the hieroglyphic symbol for 'enduring', or 'stability', and was often considered a stylised representation of the backbone of Osiris, symboling resurrection. For similar, see W.M.F. Petrie, Amulets, Plate III.Size: 40mm x 20mm; Weight: 11gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Ca. 664 - 30 BC.A collective group of five eye of Horus amulets, also called wedjat eyes, with fine details, notched eyebrows. The amulet is horizontally pierced for suspension. The wedjat-eye amulet depicts a human eye with a brow, the two stylised lines below the eye are often identified as the facial markings of a falcon. The wedjat-eye was supposedly the eye that Seth tore from Horus during a battle over who would lead the gods. Wedjat-eye amulets were used from the Old Kingdom through to the late Roman Period; it was used during daily life as a bracelet or necklace or amongst the wrappings of the deceased. This stylised and symbolic amulet was magical and offered the owner a source of protection and strength. Cf. Petrie, W. M. F. 1914. Amulets. London. (p. 32-33, pl. XXIV-XXV). For similar amulets, see Carol Andrews, Amulets.Size: L:10.6-19.7mm / W:9.4-13.9mm ; 4.08gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.A glazed amulet of the goddess Tawaret, depicted standing with arms at her pregnant belly, on a base with a back pillar. It has a suspension hole, suggesting it served as a protective talisman. Tawaret, an ancient Egyptian goddess was associated with fertility and protection. Her unique appearance consisted of blending attributes of a hippopotamus, woman, and crocodile. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 74.51.4486.Size: L:35.3mm / W:11.2mm ; 2.64gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Ca. 1069 - 332 BC.A blue glazed faience Wedjat eye amulet, also called the Eye of Horus, with a flat underside. It represents a human eye with a brow and was used for protection and believed to have healing properties. For similar see: The British Museum, accession number: 2537.02. Cf. Andrews C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, pl. 46b.Size: L:17.6mm / W:21.9mm ; 2.57gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

Late to Ptolemaic Period, Ca. 664 - 30 BC.An Egyptian faience amulet. Funerary amulets were frequently crafted in the likeness of deities and associated with safeguarding of mummified remains. For similar see MET Museum Accession Number: 04.2.151.Size: 28mm x 16mm; Weight: 6gProvenance: 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 well-detailed Egyptian crowned Bes amulet. The god is depicted standing, with a large belly and arms along the sides. It is perforated horizontally for suspension. For similar see: MET museum Accession Number: 89.2.337.Size: 38mm x 17mm; Weight: 7.7gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.

A ‘Navaratna’ gem-set pendant by Pippa Small, the rectangular panel inset with three rows of rough-cut diamonds and a single ruby, suspended from a cable-link chain with flowerhead drop, stamped ‘750’, pendant length 26mm, chain length 65cm. £600-£800 --- ‘Navaratna’, meaning Nine Gems, is an ancient amulet found throughout Asia. It is believed that the nine auspicious gems have a special connection to each of the nine planets. Condition Report Diamonds of a tinted hue, roughly cut. Gross weight 13.1gm.

An Islamic Kashmiri Silver Quran Holder Amulet Decorated with Blue and Turquoise Enamel.D: Approximately 4.5cm52g

***AWAY*** A collection of white metal Bedouin jewellery. Comprising a  glass panel set amulet, an amber type bead necklace and two other amulet pendants with chains.

A Chinese carved lapis lazuli amulet, H. 7.5cm.

Circa 1st millennium B.C. and later. A restrung designer necklace composed of graduating dark biconical beads interspersed with later oblate gold beads; central feature a stone amulet depicting a squatting male with drilled detailing. 41.9 grams, 55 cm long (21 5/8 in.). Ex French gallery, 1970-1990. Paris collection, France.

9th-11th century A.D. or earlier. Gold cup with hoop and suspension loop, with carnelian insert. 0.78 grams, 16 mm (5/8 in.). Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.This amulet was believed to offer protection against 'Elfshot'. The attack of elves was believed responsible for mysterious suffering in men and livestock: sudden shooting pains localised to a particular area of the body, such as in rheumatism, arthritis or muscle stitches or cramps. Elves were thought to shoot darts or arrows where such pains had no obvious external cause. Belief in elfshot persisted into the 20th century in rural areas, and as proof country folk would sometimes find small arrowheads (the remains of Neolithic or Mesolithic flints, or naturally-occurring spear-shaped stones) that were believed to be the magical weapons that caused the afflictions. Belief in elfshot began in the Pagan Germanic period.

9th-11th century A.D. or earlier. Gold cup with hoop and suspension loop, with glass insert. 1.37 grams, 17 mm (5/8 in.). Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.This amulet was believed to offer protection against 'Elfshot'. The attack of elves was believed responsible for mysterious suffering in men and livestock: sudden shooting pains localised to a particular area of the body, such as in rheumatism, arthritis or muscle stitches or cramps. Elves were thought to shoot darts or arrows where such pains had no obvious external cause. Belief in elfshot persisted into the 20th century in rural areas, and as proof country folk would sometimes find small arrowheads (the remains of Neolithic or Mesolithic flints, or naturally-occurring spear-shaped stones) that were believed to be the magical weapons that caused the afflictions. Belief in elfshot began in the Pagan Germanic period.

Circa 14th century B.C. Amulet of a deity in human form wearing a pointed cap and pleated kilt, hands placed on the chest supporting coiled serpent (or staff), ledge to rear; possibly Tar?unna the Hittite weather-god. Cf. Tait, H. ed., 7000 Years of Jewellery, 2006, p.201, fig.487; Guidotti, M.C., Pecchioli Daddi, F., La battaglia di Kadesh, Ramesse II contro gli Ittiti per la conquista della Siria, Firenze, 2002, p.136, for a statuette in similar style. 3.9 grams, 29 mm (1 1/8 in.). From the Bavarian private collection of F.U., Germany, before 2000. Acquired Gorny & Mosch, 17 June 2015, lot 246. Property of a French collector. Accompanied by a copy of the relevant Gorny & Mosch catalogue pages. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12123-214885.The proper name of the weather god is not known, as it was expressed with an ideogram in the texts; his name was probably Tarhunna, from Hattic Taru. Among the Luwians he was called Datta and Tarhunt. The Hittite province of Tarhuntassa, south of the heartland of the Hittite Empire, took its name from the latter: 'land of the weather god'.

127-151 A.D. Kushan standard, Bactria, main mint (probably Balkh), late phase. Obv: ÞAONANOÞAO KA-NHÞKI KOÞANO, Kanishka I standing facing, head left, with long beard, flame emanating from right shoulder, wearing round cap with ladder-like brim, diadem tie with two ribbons to right, cloak around shoulders double-clasped at chest with corner folds pointing left and right, worn over belted tunic, trousers, and boots, sacrificing with right hand over altar at left, grounded spear in left hand, sword with curved hilt held by buckled belt; dotted border beneath feet. Rev: OHÞO, Oesho (Siva or Shiva) standing facing, nimbate head left, hair in topknot, wearing dhoti, bracelets, and armlets with amulet string across chest, pouring water from flask in extended lower right hand, holding vajra (thunderbolt) in raised upper right hand, transverse trident in raised upper left hand, holding a he-goat by the horns at hip in lower left hand; tamgha without crossbar to left, dotted border. Very fine/good very fine. ANS Kushan 382-384, Göbl, MK 78. 1.99 grams, 12 mm. . Property of a London, UK, gentleman.

Late Period, 664-332 B.C. With transverse piercing for suspension. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pl.46(g); Tinius, I., Altägypten in Braunschweig. Die Sammlungen des Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museums und des Städtischen Museums, Wiesbaden, 2011, p.161, no. 305, for a similar example. 7.55 grams, 30 mm (2 1/8 in.). From the old Belfort collection, expert Jean Roudillon. Ex Hotel des Ventes de Belfort. Property of a French collector.The wedjat-eye amulet represents the healed eye of the god Horus, featuring both human and falcon elements. The name wedjat in ancient Egyptian means ‘the one that is sound.’ According to Egyptian mythology, Horus' eye was wounded or taken by the god Seth and restored by Thoth. The wedjat-eye amulet was thought to protect its wearer and bestow the power of recovery and regeneration onto them. As such, it was used by both the living and the dead. [No Reserve]

Late Period, 664-332 B.C. With dorsal pillar, pierced for suspension. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pl.100(a). 1.76 grams, 25 mm (1 in.). From the collection of Doctor Girard, a collector for over 60 years. with Hotel des Ventes de Clermont-Ferrand, 22 May 2017. Property of a French collector.The tyet amulet was associated with the goddess Isis and was often referred to as the knot or girdle of Isis. It was commonly placed within the mummy wrappings on the upper torso of the deceased, with the belief that it would invoke Isis' protection and safeguard the body, thus ensuring their rebirth in the afterlife. [No Reserve]

Late Period-Ptolemaic Period, 664-30 B.C. Carved wedjat amulet with angled suspension hole. Cf. Tinius, I., Altägypten in Braunschweig. Die Sammlungen des Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museums und des Städtischen Museums, Wiesbaden, 2011, p.161, no. 305, for similar. 7.08 grams, 26 mm (1 in.). Ex M.S. Ciappara collection, Norfolk, UK, 1939-1950.The wedjat-eye amulet represents the healed eye of the god Horus, featuring both human and falcon elements. The name wedjat in ancient Egyptian means ‘the one that is sound.’ According to Egyptian mythology, Horus' eye was wounded or taken by the god Seth and restored by Thoth. The wedjat-eye amulet was thought to protect its wearer and bestow the power of recovery and regeneration onto them. It was very popular and used by both the living and the dead. [No Reserve]

Late Period, 664-332 B.C. Amulet of a sow representing the goddess Nut; suspension loop on top. Cf. Tinius, I., Altägypten in Braunschweig. Die Sammlungen des Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museums und des Städtischen Museums, Wiesbaden, 2011, p.157, no. 294, for similar. 2.63 grams, 24 mm (1 in.). From the Florence Rosetti collection, UK, circa 1950s. Property of a Cambridgeshire, UK, gentleman.This miniature sow pendant features a loop at the top and was worn as an amulet. The sow is often associated with the sky goddess Nut, who was believed to give birth to the stars every night, and then consume them at dawn. Despite the sow's reputation for devouring its offspring, Nut, in this form, was revered as a nurturing and safeguarding deity. A sow-shaped amulet was likely intended to offer protection to its wearer. [No Reserve]

Late Period, 664-332 B.C. Square-section wadj papyrus stalk amulet surmounted by a ram's head wearing the Atef crown; the front inscribed with ankh (life) and renpet (year) hieroglyphs. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 25(d), for type. 1.92 grams, 39 mm (1 1/2 in.). From the collection of Doctor Girard, a collector for over 60 years. with Hotel des Ventes de Clermont-Ferrand, 22 May 2017. Property of a French collector.The papyrus column or wadj amulet is typically made out of turquoise feldspar or faience, as is prescribed in the Book of the Dead. The word wadj, meaning “green”, evokes concepts of well-being and vitality. Papyrus amulets were often placed around the neck of the deceased to ensure eternal youth in the afterlife. The ram's head is associated with the god Amun and the Atef crown with Osiris, ruler of the Underworld. [No Reserve]

Late Period, 664-332 B.C. Each a square-section column with flared base, transverse ribs, pierced at the top. Cf. Tinius, I., Altägypten in Braunschweig. Die Sammlungen des Herzog Anton Ulrich-Museums und des Städtischen Museums, Wiesbaden, 2011, p.166, no. 322, for similar. 1.29 grams total, 23 mm each (1 in.). From the collection of Doctor Girard, a collector for over 60 years. with Hotel des Ventes de Clermont-Ferrand, 22 May 2017. Property of a French collector.The djed pillar signifies the concepts of 'enduring' and 'stability' and was a common funerary amulet from the Old Kingdom onwards. It was first associated with the gods Ptah and Sokar but later became a symbol of Osiris, representing the god's backbone. In this context, the djed pillar appears in Chapter 155 of the Book of the Dead, concerned with the deceased's resurrection. [2, No Reserve]

Late Period, 664-332 B.C. Modelled resting on a tongue-shaped base with ribbed suspension loop. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pl.28(a). 2.15 grams, 23 mm (1 in.). From the collection of Doctor Girard, a collector for over 60 years. with Hotel des Ventes de Clermont-Ferrand, 22 May 2017. Property of a French collector.Various gods were depicted in the form of rams. The downturned horns on this amulet indicate that the ram is a representation of Amun. The ram was symbolically linked to concepts of revival and fecundity. Eventually, it became associated with Osiris and was recognised as the god's soul or ba. [No Reserve]