ca. 323–30 BC. Ptolemaic Period. Egyptian. A blue glazed faience amulet of the Eye of Horus, with black glaze over the pupil and detailed modelling on one side, and an undecorated reverse. A suspension hole runs through it. The Eye of Horus, said to be torn out by that god's uncle Seth during an ambush and replaced by the loving Hathor, was a symbol associated with protection from all sorts of bad forces.Provenance: Private London collection; formerly acquired in the UK art market from 1960s-80s collections.Size: L:16mm / W:25mm ; 2.35g