Scarab (base)

A scarab is an ancient Egyptian amulet in the form of a dung beetle, symbolic of regeneration. As time went on, scarabs developed into use as personal seals. This example of cornelian was found at Sedment in Egypt. It dates from around 1539 to 1295 BC.

This picture shows the base of the scarab. It has been incised with a strapping or embalming pattern.

Scarabs were often placed within the wrappings of a mummy or included in the items of personal ornament that would adorn the deceased. They ensured the deceased's resurrection. Some scarabs were also worn by people to protect them or bring them luck.

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Online ID:	000-190-004-259-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland A.1921.1645
Date:	New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty New Kingdom: 18th Dynasty (around 1539 to 1295 BC)
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Dimensions:	0.38" L
What:	Scarab
Subject:	Scarabs
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Where:	Ancient Egypt, Sedment Sidmant
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Description:	Scarab, carnelian, incised on base with strapping or embalming pattern: Ancient Egyptian, from Sedment, New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty
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