Royal Egyptian Artifact – "رمسيس الثاني" (Ramsīs al-Thānī) – "Ramses II" (standing figure) (pharaonic schist)

story:

In the years that followed his death, strange occurrences were reported across Egypt. Those who visited his temples claimed to hear his voice in the wind, whispering ancient secrets. Builders working on the construction of monuments would sometimes find themselves guided by an unseen hand, the very spirit of Ramses II guiding them to perfection. Some even claimed to see the shadow of a man, crowned and regal, standing at the edge of the Nile, watching over his people.

But the most chilling of all tales comes from a solitary traveler, who once ventured into the Valley of the Kings and reported seeing the figure of Ramses II standing before his tomb. With his golden armor gleaming under the moonlight, Ramses’ eyes seemed to pierce through the very fabric of time — as if he were watching, waiting for something.

Some say the curse of Ramses II still lingers — a spirit bound to the sands of Egypt, forever watching over his legacy. His name may fade from the lips of men, but the stone statues, the temples, and the monuments built in his honor will continue to whisper of his power. And in the silence of the night, when the desert winds howl, it is said that Ramses still prays for Egypt, his eternal kingdom, to endure.

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: 3.6  inches

H: 11  inches

weight: 1.5  lb