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Amulet of Horus

Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
664–525 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7652 A, room IV

Medium/Technique Lapis lazuli
Dimensions Height: 2.9 cm (1 1/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1220
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentAmulets

DescriptionA number of Egyptian gods are portrayed as falcon-headed humans, making it difficult to identify those without distinguishing crowns. However, the funerary function of certain Late Period amulets makes an identification as Horus likely. This amulet made of lapis lazuli is one such amulet. A hole in the back allowed for suspension on a cord.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 7652 A, room IV. 1929: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.

(Accession date: April 29, 1929)