 The ankh is recognized as an emblem of Ancient Egypt. The theory is that it combines the male and female symbols of Osiris (the T-cross) and Isis (the oval) and signifies the union of heaven and earth. It represents life and immortality, and is often depicted as being carried by the gods.
24K gold-plate over pewter/brass. Measures approximately 0.6” x 0.9”.
© MuseumWindow.com $42.00 |  This signet cufflinks bear an engraved text, which gives the name and title of its owner, an Egyptian priest, who was “in charge of dressing the god and the prophet Djet”. The signet was used as a seal to imprint the text on important documents. Egypt, 4th century B.C.
24K gold-plate over pewter/brass. Measures approximately 5/8” x 3/4”.
© MuseumWindow.com $40.00 |  King Tutankhamen reigned in Egypt in 1333-1323 BC.
The image on the cufflinks is an adaptation of the gold funerary mask found in the King’s tomb, which was discovered in Western Thebes in 1922.
24K gold-plate over pewter/brass. Measures approximately 0.6” x 0.8”.
© MuseumWindow.com $42.00 |  The beetle being the emblem of Khepera, the God of the morning sun, was regarded by ancient Egyptians as a symbol of resurrection and immortality.
24K gold-plate over pewter/brass. Measures approximately 0.75” x 0.5”.
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