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Finely modelled and incised amulet in the form of a udjat-eye, the human eye with cosmetic line above and falcon-face markings below. The udjat was symbol of restored good health, making it an appropriate talisman for the preservation of the body.
Present location |
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF IRELAND [30/002] DUBLIN |
Inventory number |
1922:38 |
Dating |
LATE PERIOD |
Archaeological Site |
UNKNOWN |
Category |
AMULET |
Material |
FAIENCE |
Technique |
PRESSED IN A FORM/MODEL |
Width |
3.3 cm |