AN EGYPTIAN TURQUOISE FAIENCE RING WITH TWO SCARABS,... Lot n° 15

A glazed finger ring with papyrus flowers decorating the lower shank. The bezel is formed as two scarab beetles rolling a dung ball between them. The manufacture of this type of ring was continued till Ptolemiac period. USA 7.5 , Europe 16. 11.42 grams. CONDITION In perfect condition with a fine pressure fissure in the shank. PROVENANCE Previously property of a British gentleman since 1970s, acquired by current owner after 2000s.