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The Ancient Egyptians believed that amulets had magical powers and capabilities. They were kept as personal ornaments, or worn as jewellery. They were placed in different layers of bandages during the embalming process as it was believed that they provided aid and protection on the journey to the afterlife.
(Andrew, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, British Museum Press, p.6)

Some of the different styles of amulets are:

ANKH: This means life, living, to live. An amulet this shape is designed to give, protect, or extend life.
BABOON: This is thought to represent Thoth, the god of wisdom, who was a scribe and record keeper for the gods.
BES IMAGE: The Bes image can depict many gods but it is best known as Bes, the male dwarf, who was responsible for protecting the household and its occupants.
DJED PILLAR: Represents stability and performance and is also associated with the god Osiris.
PAPYRUS SCEPTRE: The symbol of Lower Egypt (the northern section of the country) making the plant a powerful image. 
SCARAB: The symbol of rebirth, it became a very popular decoration for the back of name seals and it was also used as jewellery in the Middle Kingdom
(Craig, D., Fun with Amulets, British Museum Press, pp.12-14, 19, 27, 30

Some of the materials used were ceramic, faience, silver over wood,  gold, carnelian, green stone, and glazed steatite.
(Craig, D., Fun with Amulets, British Museum Press, pp. 12-34)