‘Wedjat’ eye OR eye of Horus

The ‘wedjat’ eye was worn by living Egyptians as jewellery. It often formed part of a necklace and often appeared on rings. Faience factories have been found at the city of Tell el-Amarna, where ‘Wedjat’ eye rings were very popular among the inhabitants. ‘Wedjat’ eyes worn as jewellery were often made from gold, silver, lapis lazuli, wood, porcelain, carnelian or blue or green faience. The eye would ensure safety, good health, wisdom and prosperity for the wearer.