287, Lot: 843. Estimate $400. Sold for $475. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

2nd Intermediate Period. Circa 1650-1550 BC. Black glazed steatite scarab (18x14mm). Base carved with several space filling signs typical of the Hyksos period, in the center a sa, a nfr, and a ka, all signs of stability and good, flanked by symmetrical uraei, falcons, and signs for prosperity. Some wear on the back , pierced for mounting.

From the Dr. John N. Winnie Collection. Purchased from Ancient World Arts on 6 May 1999.