Egyptian Faience Scarab Amulet
Egyptian blue-green glazed faience scarab amulet bead, modeled in the form of the sacred scarab beetle and engraved with hieroglyphic-style decoration on the base. The scarab was an important ancient Egyptian symbol associated with regeneration, rebirth, and the afterlife. Displays attractive surface wear, glaze loss, and age-related patina. Measures: 1" L x 1/2" W. Provenance: From the Estate of Carmine Vito “Tod” Todisco (1930–2025), founder and CEO of Northern Plastics Corp., a Syracuse-area manufacturer specializing in fiberglass furniture and commercial products. Todisco was also a collector of cultural artifacts, antiques and art.
Egyptian blue-green glazed faience scarab amulet bead, modeled in the form of the sacred scarab beetle and engraved with hieroglyphic-style decoration on the base. The scarab was an important ancient Egyptian symbol associated with regeneration, rebirth, and the afterlife. Displays attractive surface wear, glaze loss, and age-related patina. Measures: 1" L x 1/2" W. Provenance: From the Estate of Carmine Vito “Tod” Todisco (1930–2025), founder and CEO of Northern Plastics Corp., a Syracuse-area manufacturer specializing in fiberglass furniture and commercial products. Todisco was also a collector of cultural artifacts, antiques and art.
