AGI Artisans Guild International Vintage Egyptian Gold Leaf Lidded Scarab Box for Sale

AGI Artisans Guild International Vintage Egyptian Gold Leaf Lidded Scarab Box For Sale

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AGI Artisans Guild International Vintage Egyptian Gold Leaf Lidded Scarab Box:
$69.95

Rare, Vintage! 1979 AGI Artisans Guild International, Gold Leaf, Lidded, Scarab Box

Egyptian Lidded Scarab Box, with Carved Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics

Product Details:

Material: Gold Leaf Exterior Design
Red Velvet Interior Lining

Beautiful Egyptian Box of The Egyptian Scarab (Scarabaeus Sacer) Beetle:

The scarab beetle is revered by the Egyptians for its mysterious life cycle and symbolic attributes. The scarab symbol appears often in hieroglyphs, statues, and sculptures.

Significance of the Scarab Beetle in Ancient Egypt:

The scarab beetle was significant in ancient Egyptian, tracing back to the early dynastic period (circa 3100 BCE) and continuing throughout ancient Egyptian history.

The scarab beetle was associated with regeneration and rebirth. Linked to the sun god Ra; just as the sun was believed to be reborn each day, the scarab beetle’s association with regeneration

Scarabs were commonly used as protective amulets and talismans. They were crafted from various materials such as stone, faience, or precious metals. These scarabs often bore inscriptions or images related to protection, and bring good luck.

Scarabs were sometimes used to commemorate specific events or convey political and personal statements. Pharaohs and other important figures would commission scarabs with inscriptions commemorating victories, building projects, or other significant achievements.

The scarab beetle was a multifaceted symbol in ancient Egypt, representing life, death, rebirth, protection, and divine power. Its pervasive presence in various aspects of Egyptian life underscores its importance in this ancient civilization’s cultural and religious beliefs.

Many museums worldwide, including the British Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo all showcase Scarabs today.

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