Description
3-1 BC
Middle East
Size is about 13 x 16 mm.
The Carnelian Dog Amulet, made between the 3rd and 1st century BC in the Middle East, is a small carved gemstone shaped like a dog. It is made from carnelian, a reddish-orange stone believed to offer protection. Dogs often symbolized loyalty and guardianship in ancient cultures. The amulet was likely worn as a charm to keep away harm or used in burial rituals. Its careful design suggests it may have belonged to someone important.
Ancient amulets were small, often personal, objects believed to have magical or protective powers. They were worn, carried, or offered to deities, with the belief that they could bestow specific benefits or ward off misfortune.These objects were significant in ancient Egyptian and other cultures, reflecting beliefs about protection, health, and good luck
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