From Hieroglyph to Heirloom: The Art of Making Cartouche Pendants in Egypt

Discover the ancient art of Egyptian cartouche pendant making—a timeless tradition where skilled artisans handcraft personalized jewelry using hieroglyphic inscriptions. From selecting precious metals like gold and silver to engraving names in hieroglyphs, each custom cartouche necklace is...

The 'Sa' Symbol: Ancient Egypt's Emblem of Protection

In ancient Egypt, the "sa" symbol was a hieroglyph that represented protection, particularly magical or divine protection. It was shaped like a life preserver or a knot and was often depicted in amulets, jewelry, and carvings. The "sa"...

The Art of Carving Egyptian Scarab Beads

In ancient Egypt, scarab amulets were commonly worn by both the living and the deceased as protective talismans. Some scarabs were inscribed and wrapped with the mummy. They were typically made of stone, ceramic, or other materials, and...

Mummy Beads: Authentic Egyptian Style

Ancient Egyptians made beads with faience, a mix of quartz and minerals. Today, Egyptians still make ceramic beads to mimic the look and feel of the jewelry worn by the ancients. They are referred to as mummy beads....

Honor Your Mother With An Egyptian Necklace

Honor your Mom with a necklace that features the word Mom translated into ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. These pendants are handmade, in the ancient bazaar of Khan el Khalili in Cairo, Egypt. We also offer a Mother cartouche pendant...

Give the Gift of Peace with an Egyptian Cartouche

We have a premade cartouche that contains the Egyptian hieroglyphs for the word "peace." Whether you view peace as a feeling of calm or a sense of freedom, our peace pendant is a great symbol for yourself or someone you care about.    Egyptian BackgroundHotep is...