This Egyptian Hippo pin is made from metal with a blue enamel inlay and is supplied on a pin with separate clasp.
One of the main purposes of jewelry in ancient Egypt was as amulets and charms designed to protect the wearer from mysterious and hostile forces.
The finest jewelry was worn only by the king and the royal family, the court and temple priests. The court and temples were therefore the main employers of goldsmiths and most of the gold that was produced was held in the king’s treasury.
