Asta Bidspirit | COLLECTION OF FIVE EGYPTIAN STEATITE

COLLECTION OF FIVE EGYPTIAN STEATITE SCARABS - Middle Kingdom, Second Intermediate Period, Ca. 2055 - 1550 BC.A collection of Egyptian steatite scarabs, boasting an ovoid form with realistic details. On the underside, the scarabs have different symbols and hieroglyphic inscriptions framed by incised lines. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 30.8.669.Size: 8-15mm x 8-15mm; Weight: 5gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.