In the modern age of Egypt, fish symbols can often be found on amulets. The displayed drop-shaped amulet comes from the Zâr-Cult. Here, the fish symbolizes the river-spirit. Those amulets often display the Fish-Woman Safina and represent fertility.
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Title: Zâr Amulet
Date Created: 20th Century
Location: Oldenburg
Type: Ethnological Find
Rights: Landesmuseum für Natur und Mensch Oldenburg
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