Glassed stratite in Ancient Egypt

Abstract

: The aim of the study is to identify the stone of ancient Egypt, known as steatite, which is related to geology, taking the science of ancient Egypt, although in ancient times it was more closely related to mining, and it is known that ancient Egypt was the base of science, including mining and stone. The ancient Egyptians have used this stone since presynaptic times, using vitrification associated with glass and glassmaking, with glazed steatite being the oldest and first glazed stone used in ancient Egyptian civilization, since the Bedar civilization. It was used in the manufacture of glazed beads, amulets, belts, bracelets, and pins, and was also extensively used in the manufacture of glazed scarabs, as well as seals, especially button seals, and was associated with property in ancient Egypt through royal statues of this stone, as well as royal seals, scarabs, and pins, and was associated with religious beliefs in ancient Egypt. It was similar to the grain stone and shist, and was known as the soapstone because of its smooth texture, and was used in the manufacture of utensils, especially the kn jar associated with this stone in which oils, fats, and perfumes were placed. It was found in Egypt in several areas of the Eastern Desert, as well as southeast of Aswan, and it remained in use until the end of ancient Egyptian civilization.