Ancient Egyptian Bes head amulet from Luxor

Blue glazed steatite amulet. Described as a large scarab on original label but is rectangular in shape with carved details. Looks more like a head of Bes with headdress than a scarab. Inscription on reverse. Pierced through the length.

Ancient Egyptian Bes head amulet from Luxor

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1983.1.176
  • Material: steatite
  • Object name: Bes head amulet
  • Dimensions: Length: 38mm , Width: 31mm , Depth: 14mm
  • Site: Luxor
  • Latitude: 25.683333
  • Longitude: 32.65