Egyptian 'Isis with Horus' Amulet
Glazed powdered quartz composite (faience), 0.81 grams, 18.95 mm. Late Dynastic Period, circa 715-332 BC. A blue-green amulet depicting Isis, seated on a high-backed throne, suckling the infant Horus. The back of the throne is pierced for suspension. Reference: Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, p.22-3. Good fine condition. Provenance: from an old English collection.