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Skarabeler or Scarabs (Dung beetle), symbols of the sun god

Istanbul Archaeology Museums, Turkey

Skarabeler / Scarabs (Dung beetle). They are the symbols of the Sun God worshipped in ancient Egypt. They were used as amulets and seals. Egypt 2700 B.C. - 395 A.D.

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Skarabeler or Scarabs (Dung beetle)
Taken on  Tuesday 07th of July 2015
Device: OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP.
Model: SP800UZ
Source:  Istanbul, Turkey
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