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A nice Egyptian scarab with Anra device

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A nice Egyptian scarab with Anra device
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A nice Egyptian scarab with Anra device, 2nd Intermediate Period, Dynasty XV, c. 1650 - 1570 BC, the body of tabular shape with trapezoidal head and double grooved legs. On base, the classic 'En-Re' inscription between symmetric signs, 'Son of Re' above, 'Giving Life' below. 1.8 x 1.3 cm. For more information on this interesting scarab type se Fiona Richards, The Anra Scarab, an Archaeological and Historical Approach, BAR Series 919 (Oxford, 2001). Ex Los Angeles private collection.