Egyptian 18th Dynasty Carnelian Scarab Thutmose III

Ancient Egypt, New Kingdom, 18th Dynasty, reign of Thutmose III, ca. 1479 to 1425 BCE. A beautiful scarab that is hand-carved from vermilion-hued carnelian and displays the pharaoh Thutmose III on the flat base. The top of the pendant features characteristic insectile features such as a petite head, sinuous legs, and a folded wing carapace that are all finely preserved. Exhibited on the base is a striding image of Thutmose III who wields a curved khopesh in his right hand and a lengthy pole or club in his left. A suspension hole is drilled lengthwise through the body and enables this fine example to be worn on a bracelet or necklace. Size: 0.5" L x 0.375" W (1.3 cm x 1 cm)

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection; ex-Phillip Mitry collection, noted antiquities dealer in Cairo, Egypt before emigrating to the United States around 1951, then acquired by family via descent

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Condition Report: Minor nicks to top and peripheries, with very light softening to inscribed details, otherwise intact and excellent. Light earthen deposits throughout.