Asta Bidspirit | EGYPTIAN STEATITE HEART SCARAB WITH

EGYPTIAN STEATITE HEART SCARAB WITH LION - Middle kingdom, Ca. 2055 - 1790 BC.An Egyptian carved steatite scarab with naturalistic features. Beneath the domed insect is a carved stylised lion with a detailed mane and paws. A suspension hole is drilled lengthwise through the body for mounting on a necklace or a swivel ring. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 30.8.669.Size: 21mm x 14mm; Weight: 4gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.