Phallus amulets were regarded as bestowing protection, fertility, and divine preservation of the male sexual organ. It was also thought to promote regeneration and symbolise the strength of life. Egyptian faience was widely used for small objects from beads to small statues, and is found in both elite and popular contexts. It was the most common material for scarabs and other forms of amulets and was used in most forms of ancient Egyptian jewellery, as the glaze made it smooth against the skin.
To find out more about the use of faience in Ancient Egyptian culture please see our other relevant blog post: What is Egyptian Faience?
