Egyptian Soapstone Scarab Pendant - Made in Egypt

These scarab pendants are soapstone (ceramic) and glazed with a blue finish. There is a hand-carved ankh symbol on the back side of each of the pendants. The sizes vary slightly, but they are approximately 1.25 inches long and .75 inches wide. The hole size is 2mm.

• These were handmade just for us, and they are unlike anything that can be found in the Egyptian marketplace.
• The delicate nature and detail of these items closely resemble that of faience. Due to their handmade quality, some variance may occur in color, size, and design.

The ancient Egyptians believed that the scarab was the earthly manifestation of the god Khepri, and pushed the sun across the sky each day, only to disappear and magically reappear the next morning. As such, it is a powerful amulet for self-creation, transformation, and rebirth. They were worn or carried by the living, and also buried with the dead to help them on their way to the afterlife. The base was usually inscribed with designs or hieroglyphs to form an impression seal.