Eterna’s Mystique

story :

Silent and graceful, the Egyptian cat was not just a companion, but a sacred creature revered by the gods themselves. With eyes that could pierce through the veils of time and fur as dark as the midnight sky, these cats were believed to hold the spirits of ancient deities, their movements a reflection of divine will.

In the temples, they roamed freely, often seen sitting at the feet of priests, as though guarding the sacred spaces where offerings were made to the gods. The ancient Egyptians believed that the feline’s ability to see in the dark was a gift from the goddess Bastet, the protector of home and hearth, who ruled both love and war.

But the mystery lies deeper still—why did the Egyptians treat their cats as gods in their own right? Some say it was their uncanny ability to navigate both the world of the living and the unseen world of spirits. Others believe that cats could communicate with the ancient gods themselves, acting as intermediaries between realms.

When a cat died, it was not just a loss; it was a divine departure, marked by rituals that echoed the reverence given to royalty. A cat's soul was believed to journey to the underworld, where it would be granted eternal protection by Bastet, forever living among the gods.

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:  3.6  inches

D: 5.6  inches

H: 9.5  inches

weight:  2.3 lb

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In the heart of Egypt’s ancient world, the scarab beetle was not merely an insect—it was a symbol of rebirth, transformation, and the eternal cycle of life. Known as the “Khepri,” it was believed to carry the sun across the sky each day, rolling the sun as it would roll its sacred ball of dung, thus embodying the forces of creation and regeneration.

The scarab amulet, often carved from stone or made from precious metals, was worn by the living and placed with the dead to ensure safe passage into the afterlife. It was believed that, just as the beetle rolled its ball, it would roll away the darkness, allowing the soul to ascend to the realm of the gods.

But there are whispers of a deeper magic—a power that the ancient Egyptians may have known but kept hidden from the world. Some say that the scarab beetle was not only a symbol of the sun god Ra, but a vessel of his essence, capable of offering protection, guidance, and even the power to influence fate.

The scarab's connection to the gods was also reflected in the inscriptions found on many of the amulets. These sacred symbols, etched onto the beetle’s back, were not merely decorative—they were spells, ancient words that held the secrets of the universe, spoken only by those worthy enough to understand their meaning.

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: 9.5   inches

D: 6.7  inches

H: 4.3  inches

weight: 3.6  lb

Story:
Cleopatra VII, the last queen of the Ptolemaic dynasty, was known not only for her remarkable beauty but also for her political acumen, intellect, and diplomatic genius.

She forged alliances with some of Rome’s greatest leaders, Julius Caesar and Mark Antony, and ruled Egypt during a time of great turbulence. Cleopatra's legacy is one of power and grace, forever etched into the annals of history as the Queen of the Nile.

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:  6.7  inches

D: 3.2  inches

H: 5.2  inches

weight: 1.7  lb

story:

In the realm of the gods, the winged scarab soared through the heavens, an emblem of divine protection and the eternal struggle between light and darkness. The ancient Egyptians believed that the winged scarab, or Khepri, was a manifestation of the sun god Ra’s power—a creature of both earth and sky, bridging the realms of life and death.

This sacred symbol was far more than an insect; it was a living manifestation of the divine cycle, carrying the sun across the sky and ensuring the rebirth of the day with each dawn. Its wings, spread wide in flight, represented the soul’s journey through the afterlife, the path from darkness to light, and the protection of the deceased as they moved beyond the mortal realm.

The winged scarab was a powerful talisman, one that not only provided protection against evil forces but also guided the soul on its journey through the underworld. Often seen on amulets, the scarab was placed in tombs and worn by the living as a shield against misfortune and death. It was said that those who carried the winged scarab would be guarded by the gods themselves, their journey in life and afterlife safeguarded by divine wings.

Yet, the deeper mystery of the winged scarab lies in the belief that it held the ability to transcend time itself. The wings were not just symbols of protection—they were a doorway to eternity. Legends tell of those who, in times of great need, would invoke the power of the scarab and find themselves suspended in a moment of timelessness, where the gods whispered their secrets.

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:  6.3  inches

D:  2 inches

H: 6.3  inches

weight: 1.2  lb