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a hyksos scarab with gold mounting

A Hyksos Scarab with Gold mounting

£1000

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a hyksos scarab with gold mounting

A Hyksos Scarab with Gold mounting

£1000

Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Hykso reign, c. 1638–1530 BCE
2.1 x 1.2 x 0.8 cm (0 ⁷/₈ x 0 ¹/₂ x 0 ¹/₄ inches)

With its original gold box-setting. The back engraved with the title of Golden Horus — ḥr-n-nbw.

Hyksos is a term of Greek origin from an Egyptian title, Heka Khasut, meaning "rulers of foreign lands/mountainous countries". Despite the contradictions that surface on the subject, we know that the Hyksos were a small group of Western Asian individuals who ruled northern Egypt, particularly the Delta, during the Second Intermediate Period. These rulers form  the 15th Egyptian dynasty in the Royal Canon of Turin, the only known royal list that documents their existence.
Often portrayed as invaders and enemies, in fact rulers have a diplomatic impact, contributing to the advancement of culture, language, military affairs and even the introduction of the iconic horse and chariot. The history of these two competing explanations says a lot about ancient Egypt and this mysterious group.

Old european private collection of a Lady, before 1980s

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Each piece of jewellery is delivered with an authentification certificate signed by Bianca Massard and Gabriele Vangelli experts, including additional documentation if existing and exhaustive description of the piece.

We deliver worldwide.
Check if your country is on our list

Approximate delivery time from date of dispatch are:
- United Kingdom 3-6 Business Days
- Europe 6-10 Business Days
- USA, Canada & Far East 6-10 Business Days
- Rest of the World 10-12 Business Days

Please note that if you choose to have resizing, the delivery delay can be longer. 
For international orders and EU, ne aware that all orders can be subject to additional government duties and fees. These charges are solely determined by the arrival of countries customs authorities. The amount of duties and taxes will be charged upon delivery. 

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