Ancient Egyptian Bes amulet from Faiyum dated 30 BC – AD 395

Green faience amulet of a standing figure of Bes on a small plinth.Hole through back of neck for suspension. Slight surface damage to crown, and a chip to the front of the base.

Ancient Egyptian Bes amulet from Faiyum dated 30 BC – AD 395

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1902.53.17.c
  • Material: faience
  • Period: Roman Period
  • Excavator: B.P. Grenfell
  • Dated: 30 BC - AD 395
  • Object name: Bes amulet
  • Dimensions: Length: 22mm , Width: 12mm , Depth: 8mm
  • Site: Faiyum
  • Latitude: 29.308374
  • Longitude: 30.844105