Type: Altar Amulet (reflective of the four horned alter)
Age: 664-332 BCE
Era: Persian
Culture: Egyptian/Judean
Excavated: Unknown
I find this small amulet interesting due to its shape. The four horned alter was used throughout the near east, but most notably in the Jerusalem Temple. Sacrifice was to only occur at the Jerusalem temple; however, as the Judahites and Israelites fell away from following the LORD, they started to create different sacrificial areas (including the high places). As such, these types of alters have been found throughout Israel.
Click here for an example of Four Horned Incense Altar.