Scarab Amulet

A scarab amulet is a carved artifact shaped like a dung beetle (Scarabaeus sacer), commonly found in ancient Egyptian contexts. These amulets range from small decorative pieces to larger ceremonial objects, typically featuring detailed engravings of hieroglyphs, religious symbols, or royal cartouches on their flat undersides. The top surface is carved to represent the beetle's anatomical features, including its head, wing cases, and legs. Scarab amulets served multiple purposes, from everyday jewelry to funerary objects and administrative seals.