Bidspirit auction | PAIR OF EGYPTIAN HIGH KARAT

PAIR OF EGYPTIAN HIGH KARAT GOLD WADJET AMULETS - New Kingdom, Ca. 1550 - 1069 BC. A pair of gold Wadjet amulets, each finely shaped to depict the stylised Eye of Horus. The one on the left is executed in openwork, while the other presents a solid representation. The reverse of each piece is smooth and unadorned.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number EA18251.Size: 9.7-9.9mm x 13.8-13.9mm; Weight: 4.76gProvenance: Private London collection; previously French art market 1970s/1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.