Royal Egyptian Artifact – "نفرتيتي" (Nefertītī) – "Nefertiti" (pharaonic blue schist)

story :

In the ancient lands of Egypt, where the Nile winds through golden sands, there once ruled a queen whose beauty was only rivaled by her mysterious power—Nefertiti, the queen whose name means “The Beautiful One Has Come.” Her very presence seemed to possess the power of the gods, and to this day, her legacy is surrounded by whispers of secrets lost to time.

Nefertiti’s reign, alongside her husband Akhenaten, brought about a monumental shift in Egyptian religion. The two rulers worshiped a single god, Aton, challenging Egypt’s rich pantheon of gods. But the true depth of Nefertiti’s influence is a matter of intrigue. Many believe that her role as co-regent with Akhenaten was far more powerful than history has recorded. Some even speculate that she may have ruled Egypt alone after her husband’s mysterious death, assuming the throne under a different name.

The famous bust of Nefertiti, with her striking features and regal crown, stands as an eternal symbol of her presence—beautiful, yet untouchable, like the moon over the desert. But behind her serene expression lies a queen who knew the weight of power and the depths of Egypt’s divine mysteries. Some legends tell of her spiritual visions, where the gods would speak to her in dreams, guiding her to make decisions that changed the fate of an empire.

Material:

Pharaonic schist:

Refers to a variety of metamorphic stones widely used by the ancient Egyptians from 3100 to 30 BC. This stone is characterized by its layered composition, which facilitates its shaping and carving. Schist is composed of minerals such as mica, chlorite, and talc, giving it a lustrous sheen and a smooth surface. These qualities made it a valuable material for fine sculptures, ritual objects, and funerary items. The ancient Egyptians preferred schist for its ability to support intricate carvings, making it a prime material for temple statues, stelae, and tomb artifacts, which often held religious significance.

DIMENSIONS:

L: 2.4   inches

D: 4  inches

H: 6.3  inches

weight: 1.2  lb