Ram's-head Amulet ca. 712-664 B.C. Third Intermediate Period This amulet was probably made for a necklace worn by one of the Kushite kings. Representations show these pharaohs wearing a ram's-head amulet tied around the neck on a thick cord, the ends of which fall forward over the shoulders. Sometimes a smaller ram's head is attached to each end. Rams were associated with the god Amun, particularly in Nubia, where he was especially revered. Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #3510. Ram's-head Amulet Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as possible.. Ram's-head Amulet. ca. 712-664 B.C.. Gold. Third Intermediate Period. Possibly from Nubia; From Egypt and Sudan. Dynasty 25 (Kushite)
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