The Jewellery Trail - Egyptian Jewellery

In order that the djed pillar amulet would last forever, the best material to make these amulets was gold. However, gold was very expensive so yellow faience was sometimes used instead. The colours green and blue were associated with regeneration in Ancient Egypt and so turquoise, lapis lazuli and blue faience could also used. These colours and materials and the shape of the amulet would ensure the deceased would pass successfully into the afterlife.