Ancient Egyptian Wedjat Eyes for Sale
The best known of all "protective" amulets is the wedjat eye, or "Eye of Horus", the falcon-headed son of Osiris. It refers to Horus' eye after one of his battles with the god Seth and healed by the god Toth. According to legend, Horus offered the healed eye to his dead father, Osiris. So powerful was this charm that it brought him back to life. The wedjat eye is probably found in greater number than any other amulet. In the mummification ceremony, it was most often placed on the plate that covered the embalming incision. Not only did it prevent evil from entering the body, but it also healed the wound, aiding the mummy to rise in the after-life.
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| | EE 010106 | Egyptian 'Eye of Horus' Amulet Glazed Faience, 1.30 grams; 19.25 mm. Ptolemaic Period, Circa 300 B.C. A beautiful pale green coloured amulet depicting a Wedjat eye, or more commonly known as the 'Eye of Horus' or 'Eye of Ra', designed to resemble the right eye of the falcon god Horus. An ancient Egyptian symbol of protection and royal power from deities, in this case from Horus or Ra. This symbol is also seen on images of his mother, Isis, and other deities associated with her. Hole through centre for suspension. Extremely Fine condition. | £40.00  |  |
| | EE 010103 | Egyptian 'Eye of Horus' Amulet Glazed Faience, 0.79 grams; 14.65 mm. Ptolemaic Period, Circa 300 B.C. A beautiful pale blue coloured amulet describing a Wedjat eye, or more commonly known as the 'Eye of Horus' or 'Eye of Ra', designed to resemble the right eye of the falcon god Horus. An ancient Egyptian symbol of protection and royal power from deities, in this case from Horus or Ra. This symbol is also seen on images of his mother, Isis, and other deities associated with her. Hole through centre for suspension. Extremely fine condition. | £55.00 |  |
| | | EE 008319a | Ancient Egyptian 'Eye of Horus' Amulet Glazed Faience, 5.56 grams; 33.85mm. Ptolemaic Period, Circa 300 B.C. A large Wedjat eye, or more commonly known as the 'Eye of Horus' or 'Eye of Ra' , designed to resemble the right eye of the falcon god Horus. An ancient Egyptian symbol of protection and royal power from deities, in this case from Horus or Ra. This powerful symbol is also seen on images of his mother, Isis, and other deities associated with her. A beautiful turquoise coloured amulet with black eye and eyebrow marks. Hole through centre for suspension. Extremely fine condition. | £90.00 |  |
| | EE 008319b | Ancient Egyptian 'Eye of Horus' Amulet Glazed Faience, 0.53 grams; 13.91mm. Ptolemaic Period, Circa 300 B.C. A superb amulet describing Wedjat eye, or more commonly known as the 'Eye of Horus' or 'Eye of Ra' , designed to resemble the right eye of the falcon god Horus. An ancient Egyptian symbol of protection and royal power from deities, in this case from Horus or Ra. This symbol is also seen on images of his mother, Isis, and other deities associated with her. A beautiful green coloured amulet with black eyebrow mark on top. Hole through centre for suspension. Extremely fine condition. | £55.00 |  |
| | EE 007294 | Ancient Egyptian 'Wedjat Eye' Amulet Diorite, Egyptian Black and White mottled Stone, 2.72 grams; 21.46 mm. Third Intermediate - Late Period, circa 1070 - 343 B.C. A nicely executed 'Eye' amulet with a curving brow, with a projecting point at the inner eye and a projecting drop below, without a hole for suspension. The best known of all "protective" amulets is the wedjat eye, or "Eye of Horus", the falcon-headed son of Osiris. Ref: Similar to Bonham's Lot 420, 26th April 2007. Extremely Fine Condition. From a retired London collector. | £45.00 |  |
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