Amulet of a Wadj Sceptre with a Lotus Flower

Culture: Egyptian

Period: Late Period, 664-332 B.C.

Material: Hematite

Dimensions: 5.3 cm high

Price: Reserved

Ref: 1297

Provenance: Collection Ezeldeen Taha Eldarir, acquired on 15 May 1930 from Salahaddin Sirmali in Cairo and then brought to the USA.

Condition: Except for some minor wear intact.

Description: Exceptional hematite amulet in form of a papyrus sceptre with a crowning lotus blossom. The amulet is tapering downwards. On the rectangular head a finely jagged lotus blossom. The back is flat. On the lower part of the blossom a lengthwise hole for suspension. The papurus stem stands for the word wadj – "to be green, to be young”. The holder of the amulet therefore hopes for everlasting youth. The lotus blossom served as the symbol for protection and sign for regeneration. Rare form.