Egyptian Crystal Bes Amulet

Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BC. A carved rock crystal amulet depicting the head of Bes, furrowed brow and open mouth with tongue sticking out, long beard arranged in neat curls, leonine ears, wearing his crown of five feathers; pierced through the top for suspension. 17.9 grams, 47mm (2"). From an old British private collection; formed between 1975 and 1985.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.