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Amulet of Bes
Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Street 7000
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Overall: 1.5 x 0.8 cm (9/16 x 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number26-1-1145
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionSmall amulet of Bes. Flat back, pale blue glaze, ring at top, details in relief.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Street 7000. 1926 : excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.