Vintage Egyptian Cartouche Pendant
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A finely crafted vintage Egyptian 18k gold pendant, made in Egypt in 1982, depicting the cartouche of Tutankhamun. The hieroglyphs spell out his throne name, Nebkheperura, the royal titulary used during his reign (c.1330–1320 BC).The pendant bears multiple Egyptian gold hallmarks, including the year mark for 1982, alongside a French 18k gold import control mark, evidence of its later retail in France.
- Weight: 2.26g
- Dimensions: 3cm x 0.8cm
- Marks: Egyptian 18k hallmark (1982); French 18k import mark
The CartoucheIn ancient Egypt, the cartouche was a protective amulet encircling the pharaoh’s name. The enclosing oval was believed to safeguard the name within from malign forces, ensuring eternal protection and divine favour.Cartouches were reserved for kings and royal family members, making them powerful symbols of authority and divine legitimacy. Worn as jewellery, they were thought to carry protective qualities for the bearer as well.This example directly references one of the most famous rulers of ancient Egypt, Tutankhamun, whose rediscovered tomb in 1922 reignited global fascination with Egyptian art and symbolism.An excellent vintage example of Egyptian revival jewellery with historic associations, in superb condition.
A finely crafted vintage Egyptian 18k gold pendant, made in Egypt in 1982, depicting the cartouche of Tutankhamun. The hieroglyphs spell out his throne name, Nebkheperura, the royal titulary used during his reign (c.1330–1320 BC).
The pendant bears multiple Egyptian gold hallmarks, including the year mark for 1982, alongside a French 18k gold import control mark, evidence of its later retail in France.
- Weight: 2.26g
- Dimensions: 3cm x 0.8cm
- Marks: Egyptian 18k hallmark (1982); French 18k import mark
The Cartouche
In ancient Egypt, the cartouche was a protective amulet encircling the pharaoh’s name. The enclosing oval was believed to safeguard the name within from malign forces, ensuring eternal protection and divine favour.
Cartouches were reserved for kings and royal family members, making them powerful symbols of authority and divine legitimacy. Worn as jewellery, they were thought to carry protective qualities for the bearer as well.
This example directly references one of the most famous rulers of ancient Egypt, Tutankhamun, whose rediscovered tomb in 1922 reignited global fascination with Egyptian art and symbolism.
An excellent vintage example of Egyptian revival jewellery with historic associations, in superb condition.
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