Egyptian Goddess Bastet Tiny Cat Earrings

940 - 730 B.C. Egyptian Design

• Cats were considered sacred in ancient Egypt. They represented Bastet
• Our cat is a reproduction of a an ancient faience (glazed earthenware) amulet
• Our earrings feature shiny gold plated pewter cat charms with French wires
• Handcrafted in the USA, measurements: Height 1 1/4", Width 3/8" 
• Includes Museum Gift Box with History Card ready for Gifting
• Free 1st Class Shipping for Fast Delivery within the USA
• List Price $22.00

Cats were considered sacred in ancient Egypt. They represented Bastet, the cat-headed goddess of Bubastis, a city in the northeastern delta of Lower Egypt. Originally linked to the sun god Re, Bastet came to be associated with the life preserving power of the sun, the protection of women, felicity and joy. Our cat is a reproduction of a faience (glazed earthenware) amulet. Cat amulets were commonly worn on necklaces during the 22nd and 23rd dynasties to invoke the blessing of Bastet.

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