608 - Egyptian Amythest Heart Amulet. Late Period, circa 664-332 B.C. Lentoid in section with two side lugs and a suspension loop on the top. Cf. Petrie, W.M.F., Amulets. Illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, 1914, pl. I, no. 7j, for the type. 4.7 grams, 25 mm (1 in.).

Egyptian Amythest Heart Amulet. Late Period, circa 664-332 B.C. Lentoid in section with two side lugs and a suspension loop on the top. Cf. Petrie, W.M.F., Amulets. Illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, 1914, pl. I, no. 7j, for the type. 4.7 grams, 25 mm (1 in.). London gentleman's collection, 1970-1990s, by descent. Ancient Egyptians regarded the heart (ib) as the seat of intelligence, emotions, behaviour, and memory. During the Weighing of the Heart ceremony, the heart spoke for the deceased before Osiris and accounted for their actions. For this reason, Egyptians placed heart amulets on mummies to protect the organ and secure a favourable judgement. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.