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Monday, October 20, 2014

Ancient Egyptian Jewelry of Nefertiti



Queen Nefertiti was the wife of Egyptian Pharaoh, Akhenaten (Amenhotep IV). She reigned for 12 years with her husband during the 18th dynasty, 14th century B.C. Nefertiti and her husband transferred the religion of Egyptian society from polytheism to monotheism. They crafted a cult that worshiped one god: Aten, the Egyptian Sun God. Researchers believe that this disruption in religious beliefs caused hostility among people in ancient Egyptian society. Nefertiti's death is unknown and not specified in historical records because her mummy (body) was not found in any tombs. However, she is regarded as one of the most powerful female rulers of Egypt.










Gold Ring of Queen Nefertiti and King Akhenaten




















 Gold scarab and ring with Nefertiti's name inscribed on it



Egyptian necklace (collar)




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