A cartouche is the royal nameplate or seal that was used by all ancient Egyptian pharaohs as a powerful amulet of protection for all eternity. You can translate any name into ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphic in this elegant, timeless pendant, handmade to order at the bazaar of Khan el Khalili in the heart of old Cairo, Egypt. The Small size (1 1/2″) will fit up to 3 symbols, Medium (1 3/4″) up to 5 symbols, Large size (2″) will fit up to 7 symbols, and Extra Large up to 9 symbols. IMPORTANT: To submit the name you would like translated into hieroglyphic, use the customization tool on the right. This pendant is ‘Open-Style’, which means that the background is cut away. Solid style is also available (hieroglyphs are on a solid background). Our artists in Cairo will make the final decision on which heiroglyphs are most appropriate for each cartouche. Each cartouche is stamped, often in two places, with the Egyptian government’s hallmark certifying the gold or silver content.