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Egyptian faience mummy bead necklace, Late Period 664–332 B.C. restrung with provenance.
  • Egyptian faience mummy bead necklace, Late Period 664–332 B.C. restrung with provenance.
Egyptian Faience Mummy Bead Necklace String 664–332 B.C.
$495.00

Date

Late Period, 664–332 B.C.

Dimensions

24 ⅜ in. (62 cm), 4.97 g

Material

Faience beads

Condition

Good – beads intact but restrung; surface wear consistent with age.

Description

A long necklace of tubular and disc-shaped faience beads, restrung for stability. Such necklaces were worn as adornments and placed in burials as protective ornaments, symbolising regeneration and divine favour.

Scholarly Reference

Comparable faience bead strings in Late Period burials.

Provenance

  • Canadian gentleman’s collection (formed 1920s–1990s)
  • By descent to Essex lady until late 1990s, then to Essex gentleman since the late 1990s
  • TimeLine Auctions, London, September 2025

Authentication

Accompanied by illustrated lot declaration signed by Head of Antiquities Dr. Raffaele D’Amato.
CARE & MAINTENANCE

Handle artifacts gently with clean hands or gloves, avoid harsh cleaning products, and dust only with a soft brush. Store or display pieces in a stable environment away from sunlight, heat, and moisture. Wrap in acid-free tissue for transport, and consult a professional conservator for any restoration needs.
RETURNS

Due to the unique and irreplaceable nature of our artefacts, all sales are final. We do not accept returns or exchanges unless an item arrives damaged in transit or is proven with professional documentation to be inauthentic. In this rare case, we will offer a full refund. in the event of damage during transit, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photographs to assist you.