Egyptian Faience Menat Counterpoise Amulet

Egyptian Faience Menat Counterpoise Amulet, Late Period, ca. 715-330 BC. The amulet representing the Menat, a counterpoise for a heavy beaded collar necklace used alongside the sistrum in religious ceremony. The symbol is closely related to the goddess Hathor and was used as a symbol of divine protection. L. 43mm..