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Scarabs

Chapter 42: PLATE XXI. SCARABS OF THE HYKSOS KINGS. (I).
By Percy E. Newberry
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A systematic introduction to ancient Egyptian seals and signet rings that explains their origins, functions, and methods of manufacture. It surveys practical uses—securing property, authenticating documents, and transferring authority—and outlines the officials and engravers involved. The work classifies and describes a wide range of forms, including cylinder seals, button-shaped types, beetle-shaped scarabs, and various signet rings, offering technical commentary and comparative typology. Extensive illustrations and plates accompany the text, and the volume includes indices of personal and royal names and of titles to support identification and further research.

PLATE XXI.
 
SCARABS OF THE HYKSOS KINGS. (I).

1-8. “The Good God, Maa-ab-ra.”

1. L.
2. Evans.
3. B.M. 32320.
4. M-G.
5. Murch.
6. M-G.
7. B.M. 24132.
8. Gr.

9-18. “The Son of Ra, Shesha.”

9. Gr.
10. M.G.
11. P.
12. Murch.
13. Murch.
14. P.
15. P.
16. Newb.
17. M-G.
18. Murch.

19-22. “The Good God, Se-kha-en-ra.”

19. Gr.
20. Gr.
21. M-G.
22. Gr.

23 and 24. “The Son of Ra, Qar.” Both examples are in the Grant Collection.

25-29. “The Good God, Kha-user-ra.”

25. P.
26. Gr.
27. P.
28. Gr.
29. Ashm.

30. “The Good God, Kha-mu-ra.” P.