Egyptian Hippo Enamel Pendant on Chain

Product Description: This Egyptian Hippo Pendant is made from metal with a blue enamel inlay. The Egyptian hippo is supplied on a gold chain. The pendant is mounted on a fold-over information card, which has an image of a wadjet eye pectoral with hieroglyphics down the sides on the front.

Information: One of the main purposes of jewellery in ancient Egypt was as amulets and charms designed to protect the wearer from mysterious and hostile forces.

The finest jewellery was worn only by the king and the royal family, the court and temple priests. The court and temples were therefore the main employers of goldsmiths and most of the gold that was produced was held in the king’s treasury.