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Papyrus; Symbol Of Lower Egypt 1970-01-01 00:59:59 The importance of the papyrus plant is acknowledged by the fact that it was one of the symbols of LowerEgypt
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played a crucial role in the daily life of those times.The Egyptians used papyrus reeds bundled together for boat making, they wove the papyrus fibers into water resistant ropes and sailcloth, they burned the roots for fuel, and from dried papyrus they made mats, mattresses, baskets, boxes, tables, sandals and utensils. Papyrus was even used as a source of food for the common people.Egypt's greatest gift to the ancient world, however, was the fabrication of papyrus sheet, the forerunner of our present day paper. Papyrus sheets were the preferred writing materials of the ancient world because they were light, strong, thin, durable, and easy to carry. Thus, papyrus sheets share many of the advantages of modern paper, with which we are familiar.Because of its importance, papyrus paper making was a state monopoly in Egypt and the method of its production was a closely gua Read more:Symbol
Egyptian Jewelry 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Before the beginning of the 1st Dynasty in 3100 BC, the Egyptian
s already had access to precious metals, and throughout the Dynastic Period they acquired it in ever increasing quantities, at first from the Eastern Desert and Nubia, later too as tribute and spoils of war from Syria and the north. The Egyptian craftsmen used these enormous amounts of gold in many and varied ways - to gild lesser materials, to plate wood and stone, solid casting it into small statuary, hammering and cutting sheets of it into elements of religious and ceremonial furniture and funerary equipment. However, its most widespread use was in the production of jewelry, both that worn by the living and, in particular, that made expressly for the adornment of the corpse. Egyptian funerary beliefs required that the mummified body be bedecked with the finest products of the jewelry- maker's art and, whether for amulet or collar, pectoral or diadem, the first choice of material, indeed the prescribed material accordin Read more:Egyptian Jewelry
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Christmas History & Traditions 1970-01-01 00:59:59 In the U.S., modern Christmas
is a season for giving, sharing, and caring. Many traditions, like Christmas trees and candy canes, are of European origin, but an American imagination brought forth our Santa Claus in all his plump, red-suited glory.Dating back to 336 A.D., Christmas was first celebrated in ancient Rome, around 300 years after Christ's birth. It was a popular Christian holiday until the Protestant Reformation in the 1500s. Because pagan customs had been enfolded into the religious observance, many Protestants chose not to celebrate it at all, including the American Puritans. In the rest of colonial America, Christmas was a raucous public holiday. Hunting, dancing, and feasting were the custom in the country, while city streets filled with enthusiastic celebrants. By the 1800s, the holiday-focused merrymaking became such a public spectacle that concerned citizens, including Clement C. Moore, author of the famous poem "A Visit from St. Nicholas" (popularly known as "Twas t Read more:History
Valentine's Day 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Every February, across the country, candy, flowers, and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine
. But who is this mysterious saint and why do we celebrate this holiday? The history of Valentine's Day -- and its patron saint -- is shrouded in mystery. But we do know that February has long been a month of romance. St. Valentine's Day, as we know it today, contains vestiges of both Christian and ancient Roman tradition. So, who was Saint Valentine and how did he become associated with this ancient rite? Today, the Catholic Church recognizes at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus, all of whom were martyred.All of the three different Saint Valentines are mentioned in the early martyrologies under date of 14 February. One is described as a priest at Rome, another as bishop of Interamna (modern Terni), and these two seem both to have suffered in the second half of the third century and to have been buried on the Flaminian Way, but at di
Dragonfly Christmas Ornament 2008-07-18 14:01:21 Dragonfly Christmas
Tree Decoration; made of mouth blown pyrex glass; hand painted and decorated in a way to shine and reflect all lights which makes it a perfect collectible or gift.
Approximate Size: Length 5.2 inches, Width 1.6 inches.
Regular Price: USD 19.90
Sale Price: USD 11.99
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Egyptian Themed Lotus Oil Burner 2007-06-24 15:31:08 This beautiful Mouth-blown Glass Lotus
-shaped Scented Oil Warmer (Aroma Diffuser) - trimmed in 22K Gold - is made in a way similar to the way it was made in ancient time and it is decorated with Hieroglyphic symbols on the upper part and a Pharaonic temple scene on the lower part which makes it a perfect collectible, a gift or a great wedding favour for any Egyptian
theme wedding parties.
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Pineapple Perfume Bottle 2007-05-25 19:59:29 Egyptian mouth blown glass Tropical Pineapple Perfume
Bottle with excessive 24K gold accents. It is handmade in a way to shine and reflect all lights which makes it a perfect collectible or gift.
Approximate Size: Length 5.2 inches, Width 1.6 inches.
Sea Horse Christmas Ornament 2006-10-28 23:23:03 This beautiful Egyptian mouth blown glass Christmas
Tree Decoration is handmade in a way to shine and reflect all lights which makes it a perfect collectible or gift.
Approximate Size: Length 6.8 inches, Width 1.2 inches.
Available Colors: This Christmas ornament is available in 6 colors: red, blue, green, yellow, clear and purple. If you are ordering more than one item, and you wish to pick diff Read more:Horse
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8 Assorted Hearts Christmas Tree Ornaments 2006-10-13 01:13:32 8 Assorted HeartsChristmas
Tree Ornaments
of different colors; Red, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow and Transparent. Only 6.99 USD each (not sold individually).
Retail Price: USD 71.92 (USD 8.99 each)
Our Price: USD 55.92 (USD 6.99 each)
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24 Assorted Papyrus Paintings 2006-10-10 01:06:15 24 Assorted Authentic Genuine PapyrusPaintings
; hand-painted with different ancient Egyptian temple scenes and themes. Only 1.10 USD each (not sold individually).
Standard Size: 7.9 in. x 11.8 in. (20x30 cm).Bigger sizes are also available. Please select below.
Silver King Tut Cartouche Perfume Flask Replica Pendant 2006-08-24 15:15:21 Silver King Tut Cartouche Perfume
Flask ReplicaPendant
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A golden perfume flask was found in Tutankhamun Burial Tomb. The perfume flask was in the form of a double cartouche depicting Tutankhamun's progression from royal prince to immortal Pharaoh.
Approximate Size: 1.3 x 0.8 inches.
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100% Egyptian Cotton God Osiris T-Shirt 2006-08-24 14:41:16 100% EgyptianCotton
God Osiris T-Shirt
. This crew neck Egyptian themed T-shirt is 100% Egyptian cotton with short sleeves and has a high quality print of the ancient Egyptian. Made with comfortable pure cotton.
Color: White.
Other Colors Available: Green, Black, Dark Blue, Light Blue, Creme, Beige, Red, Grey, Orange and Yellow.
Size: Choose your size: Small, Medium, Large and X-Large.
Pharaonic Photo Album 2006-07-31 12:53:08 Pharaonic PhotoAlbum
made of vinyl with a Pharaonic scene on both sides. This album holds up to 100 pics (standard size).
Approximate Size: 7 in. Long, 5.10 in. Wide, 1.50 in. High.
Egyptian Queen Nefertiti Porcelain Ashtray 2006-07-04 21:22:14 Egyptian Royal Porcelain
Square Ashtray depicting queen Nefertiti, king Tut or queen Cleopatra. This would make a great place for your keys & pocket change if you are not a smoker.
Approximate Size: 4.5 x 4.5 inches.
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Egyptian Dove Juice Cocktail Stir Stick 2006-06-24 14:43:08 Egyptian Dove Juice
Cocktail Handmade Glass Stir Stick
. It is made in a way similar to the way it was made in ancient time which makes it a perfect collectible, a gift or a great Egyptian wedding favour.
Approx. Size: Length 6.5 inches.
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Silver Scarab Beetle W/ Temple Facade Frame Pendant 2006-05-26 14:27:29 Silver Egyptian Scarab Beetle
with Temple
Facade FramePendant
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The Scarab beetle was considered to be the personification of the god Khepri. He was a sun god that was connected with resurrection. The insect itself pushes around a ball of dung with its babies inside. The Egyptians observed this natural phenomenon and associated the round ball of dung with the ball of the sun and so Khepri was born Read more:Silver
Silver Lioness Goddess Sekhmet Pendant 2006-01-31 14:32:51 Nicely detailed pendant of Egyptian sterling silver. This Leopard Head was found in King Tutankhamun's tomb and had a scarab cartouche set into her brow.
Sekhmet - A fierce warrior who defended the Ancient Egyptian God Re from his enemies, and also a gentle healer. Sekhmet had two distinct sides. She was the wife of the creator god, Ptah and the sister of Bast (Bastet). Her name meant 'she who is Read more:Goddess
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Horus Leather Jewelry Box 2006-01-22 20:58:10 A genuine Egyptian leather jewelry box. The inside of the box is lined to protect your jewelry items. The lid of the box is embossed with Royal Horus. The designs pressed into the leather are taken from the walls of temples and tombs found throughout ancient Egypt.
Approx. Size:
- Small: 9 cm L x 9 cm W x 5 cm H.
- Large: 18 cm L x 18 cm W x 8 cm H.
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Gold Sacred Eye of Horus Ring 2006-01-15 02:00:27 Sacred Eye of Horus Ring; handcrafted out of 18K gold and hallmarked for authenticity purposes. All ring sizes are available.
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