Scarab Pendant, Silver

Scarab Pendant - Our Replica

The Scarab of the species Scarabaeus sacer, also called Dung Beetle, was worshiped as animal of Kephri, god of the rising sun. His characteristic to roll a dung ball was associated with the way of the sun at the sky and the bark of god Re. As a symbol for resurrection and lucky charm in general, he was often worn as amulet pendant.

Two seals of Tut-Ankh-Amun are placed above the scarab, 1325 BC, made of 925 silver. Size 27 x 18 mm.