Egyptian Hieroglyphics

               

                             Hieroglyphics

 1. Cartouche hieroglyphics were used to form an oval plaque representing the birth name of pharaohs, queens and other persons of high standing.

 2. Cartouche hieroglyphics were not introduced into Egyptian society until the Fourth Dynasty, when they were instituted by King Snerfu.

3.It was believed that this type of nameplate, consisting of an oval encircling Egyptian symbols, would protect the person or site where it was placed.

4. One of the most famous discoveries containing cartouche hieroglyphics is the Rosetta Stone, which was discovered in 1799. 

5.This discovery proved to be historically important because it helped to unlock the key to translating ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. 

6.  Egyptian pharaohs typically had five names, one which was bestowed upon them at birth and another four names that were not given until they took the throne.

7.The Egyptians did not refer to these ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics as cartouche, this name was given to the royal nameplates by Napoleon's soldiers. 

8.Due to the protective qualities thought to be contained within cartouche hieroglyphics, jewelry was also often engraved with these Egyptian hieroglyphics. 

9.Hieroglyphics and cartouche have become increasingly popular in the years since the first tombs of the Egyptian pharaohs were discovered. 

10.Prior to the introduction of the cartouche, the serekh was used to signify Egyptian royalty. The serekh was used from the earliest dates of the Egyptian kingdoms and almost always ancient Egyptian symbols referencing the god Horus, who was thought to be the protector of the king, his palace and all its inhabitants.