Near Eastern Stone Rooster Amulet (No Reserve Price)

Near Eastern Stone Rooster Amulet

Circa 1st millennium BC
This red stone polished amulet depicts a rooster with its wings along the body, fanned tail, head with a comb, and large eyes.
Amulets like this were believed to possess protective properties, warding off evil spirits and bringing good fortune to the wearer.

Dimensions: 26mm x 16mm; weight 3g
Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-1960s Collections.

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