Rare ancient Egyptian statue depicting the golden mermaid of the sacred Nile of Egypt. In ancient Egyptian religion, mermaids were believed to be the protector of the Nile among other creatures like crocodiles and hippos. However, Nile mermaids were the softer version of these creatures as they were very savage and fierce. Nile mermaids were gifted with intelligence, which is why they were portrayed with human heads. They also helped fishermen to earn living, it’s why they were depicted in gold representing wealth and abundance. This unique statue is inspired by the actual mermaid artifacts that were discovered from ancient Egyptian civilization. It’s 100% handmade of stone and coated with 18k gold, exactly like the original ones. We have also included hand engravings of magical hieroglyphic letters to bring blessings and luck into your life. Perfect for your altar, shrine, home/office decoration, and can be an astonishing gift for your friends, family members, co-workers, and beloved ones.