Amenemope (Chief of Seers in the house of Re and chamberlain to the Pharaoh)
translucent crimson and sits securely within the bezel
18K yellow gold mount and chain (modern)
and such jewelry was therefore reserved for social elites such as the royal family and high-ranking officials
Gold jewelry was highly valued in Roman society for both its decorative appeal and personal adornment
A Gallo-Roman Bronze Dog, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Shabtis Amenemope (Chief of Seers inA small, solid cast bronze amulet of a dog curled in a recumbent pose with a suspension hole in the inner curve of its body. He is naturalistically rendered, with curled tail, pointed ears, and snout resting on the ground near his front paws. A charming example that shows the nature of dogs hasn't changed in 2,000 years! Medium: Bronze Dimensions: Length: 1 1 2 inches (3. 8 cm) Condition: The dog is intact and in excellent condition, with a lovely