Scarab Collection (page 2)

CJ11 8766 Eddie McGuire, Scarab
Eddie McGuire, Scarab, HGPCA Pre 66 Grand Prix Cars, Historic Grand Prix Cars Association, two twenty minute races over the event

CJ11 8727 Eddie McGuire, Scarab
Eddie McGuire, Scarab, HGPCA Pre 66 Grand Prix Cars, Historic Grand Prix Cars Association, two twenty minute races over the event

DDE-90022050
South Africa, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Dung Beetle rolling ball of fresh dung in Kalahari Desert Date: 17/07/2007

DDE-90021551
Namibia, Etosha National Park. Close-up of Dung Beetle pushing ball of elephant dung through desert Date: 17/07/2007

Plate 12 from Insectes, pub. 1930s (pochoir print)
3328038 Plate 12 from Insectes, pub. 1930s (pochoir print) by Seguy, Emile-Allain (1877-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1. Rhabdotis sobrins. Nubie; 2. Gnathocera varians. Senegal; 3)

Plate 11 from Insectes, pub. 1930s (pochoir print)
3328037 Plate 11 from Insectes, pub. 1930s (pochoir print) by Seguy, Emile-Allain (1877-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1. Amaurodes Passerinii. Mozambique; 2. Inca clathratus. Perou; 3)

INDO 19-12 331
Flower Chafer - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia Date: 05-Nov-04

CM31 6732 Eddie McGuire, Scarab
Eddie McGuire, Scarab, HGPCA Pre 66 Grand Prix Cars, those that raced in Grand Epreuve races (defined as important Grand Prix races)

Ring: Scarab, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1390 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Ring: Scarab, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1390 BCE)

Winged Scarab Amulet, Egypt, Late Period (664-332 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Winged Scarab Amulet, Egypt, Late Period (664-332 BCE)

Scarab, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Heart Scarab, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Heart Scarab, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab, Egypt, Late Period, Dynasty 26 (664-525 BCE)

Scarabs with Inscriptions on Base, Egypt, Early Middle Kingdom-New Kingdom, Dynasties 11-20 (about 2055-1069 BCE)

Scarab, Egypt, Ptolemaic Period (304-30 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab, Egypt, Ptolemaic Period (304-30 BCE)

Scarab: Scarab Beetle with Hieroglyphs (wedjat eyes, nfr-signs, nbw-sign), Egypt, First Intermediate Period-Middle Kingdom, Dynasties 9-12 (about 2160-1773 BCE)

Scarab: Rabbit with Hathor Sistrum, Egypt, New Kingdom-Late Period, Dynasties 18-26 (about 1550-525 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (scarab beetle, nfr-sign, red crown), Egypt, Middle Kingdom-Second Intermediate Period, Dynasties 12-17 (about 2055-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Winged Scarab Beetle with Hieroglyphs, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Ram (Amun), Egypt, Second Intermediate Period-New Kingdom, Dynasties 17-18 (about 1650-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs, Egypt, New Kingdom-Late Period, Dynasties 18-26 (about 1550-525 BCE)

Scarab: Ankhesenamun, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, Reign of Tutankhamun (abt 1336-1327
Scarab: Ankhesenamun, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, Reign of Tutankhamun (about 1336-1327 BCE)

Scarab: Wish Formula of Amon-Re, Egypt, Middle Kingdom (1991-1720 BCE). Creator: Unknown
Scarab: Wish Formula of Amon-Re, Egypt, Middle Kingdom (1991-1720 BCE)

Scarab: Linear Motifs, Egypt, First Intermediate Period-Early Middle Kingdom, Dynasties 9-12 (about 2160-1773 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (swt, nfr, Dd, anx, nb), Egypt, Middle Kingdom-Second Intermediate Period, Dynasties 12-15 (about 1985-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Falcon Deity, Egypt, New Kingdom-Third Intermediate Period, Dynasties 19-21 (about 1186-945 BCE)

Scarab: Cross Pattern, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (nsw-bity, Dd, anx, nb), Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasties 12-14 (about 1985-1650 BCE)

Scarab: Hieroglyphs (?), Egypt, Middle Kingdom-Second Intermediate Period (?), Dynasties 12-15 (about 1985-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Falcon Deity, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period-New Kingdom, Dynasties 15-20 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scaraboid: Two Scarabs Side By Side, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Cross Pattern, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Unlinked Scrolls and Spirals, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Baboon with Ma at Feather, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Central Cable (?), Egypt, Second Intermediate Period (?), Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Scarab Beetle with Sun Disc, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Cobras Addorsed and Linked, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Hathor Sistrum, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (about 1550-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Hathor Head with Woven Pattern, Egypt, Middle Kingdom-New Kingdom, Dynasties 12-18 (about 1985-1295 BCE)

Scarab: Title and Personal Name (?), Egypt, Third Intermediate Period-Late Period (?), Dynasties 25-26 (about 747-525 BCE)

Scarab: Falcon-Headed Deity with Cobra, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period-New Kingdom, Dynasties 15-19 (about 1650-1186 BCE)

Scarab: The God Ptah with Ma at Feather and Djed-Pillar, Egypt, New Kingdom, Ramesside Period, Dynasties 19-20 (about 1295-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Confronted Cobras with Falcon, Egypt, Second Intermediate Period, Dynasty 15 (about 1650-1550 BCE)

Scarab: Hathor Sistrum with Hieroglyphs (xaw-signs, hAt-signs, child signs, papyrus stalk), Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12 (about 1950-1773 BCE)

Scarab: Amun-Re, Egypt, New Kingdom-Late Period, Dynasties 18-26 (about 1550-525 BCE)

Scarab: Two Standing Deities, Egypt, New Kingdom, Dynasties 18-20 (about 1550-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Two Seated Deities, Egypt, New Kingdom, Ramesside Period, Dynasties 19-20 (about 1295-1069 BCE)

Scarab: Scarab Beetle with Hieroglyphs (cobras, anx-signs, nbw-sign), Egypt, Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12 (about 1950-1773 BCE)

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The scarab, also known as the silver chafer beetle or Chrysina limbata, holds a significant place in ancient Egyptian culture, and is often depicted on pectorals decorated with winged scarabs, symbolizing protection by the goddesses Isis and Nephthys. These sacred beetles were believed to bring good luck and ward off evil spirits. One remarkable example of this symbolism can be seen in a pectoral made of gold cloisonné adorned with semi-precious stones and glass-paste, featuring a majestic winged scarab. This exquisite piece originates from Mt. Egypt and is associated with Lakes Scarab and Egypt, as well as Haiduk Mountain and Lake. In the Book of the Dead, an ancient Egyptian funerary text, scarab beetles are mentioned multiple times for their association with rebirth and resurrection. They were considered powerful amulets that would guide souls through the afterlife safely. Not limited to ancient Egypt alone, scarabs have been found in various cultures throughout history. For instance, there is evidence of their presence in Japanese artistry like the Japanese Rhinoceros beetle male (Allomyrina dichotoma dichotoma) found in Guangshui province in China. Even today, these fascinating creatures continue to captivate us. The glorious scarab (Chrysina gloriosa) can be observed flying under controlled conditions in Brewster County, Texas USA. Their iridescent colors shine brightly against any backdrop. The beauty of these insects has inspired artists across time; an 1898 depiction showcases how they were incorporated into Ancient Egyptian decoration—an art form that still mesmerizes us today. Lastly, it's worth mentioning another member of the beetle family—the bee beetle (Trichius fasciatus). Often found on flowers due to its pollinator nature—a reminder that even small creatures play vital roles within ecosystems.