Scarab

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 glazed steatite is probably from Palestine. It dates from the 2nd Intermediate Period or early New Kingdom (around 1759 to 1295 BC).

This picture shows the base of the scarab. It has been incised with a scrolled motif.

The people in the eastern delta of Egypt and southern Palestine had close links with each other, both personal and trading. In addition, Egypt provided refuge to Palestinians in times of trouble. Many servants and labourers in Egypt came from Palestine and Syria.

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Online ID:	000-100-104-608-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland A.1965.149
Date:	2nd Intermediate Period or early New Kingdom (around 1759 to 1295 BC) 2nd Intermediate Period, 15th - 16th Dynasty
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Dimensions:	0.63" L
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Subject:	Scarabs
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Where:	Ancient Egypt, Palestine
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Description:	Scarab, green-glazed steatite, incised on base with scrolled motif: Probably of Palestinian origin, Ancient Egyptian, 2nd Intermediate Period or early New Kingdom
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