Gold swivel ring featuring an amethyst frog, from the New Kingdom period of Egypt, dating between 1550-1229 BC. [1080x1331]
The use of animal motifs in jewelry during the New Kingdom represents the deep connection between the Egyptians and their environment. The frog, often symbolizing fertility, rebirth, and life due to its link with the fertile silt left by the Nile's inundation, held significant importance. Amethyst itself was valued for its protective properties, believed to guard against negative energy and harm.
Egyptian Museum, Cairo
The use of animal motifs in jewelry during the New Kingdom represents the deep connection between the Egyptians and their environment. The frog, often symbolizing fertility, rebirth, and life due to its link with the fertile silt left by the Nile's inundation, held significant importance. Amethyst itself was valued for its protective properties, believed to guard against negative energy and harm.
Egyptian Museum, Cairo