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Arrowhead

Egyptian
Predynastic Period, Faiyum Neolithic
5200–4000 B.C.

Medium/Technique Flint
Dimensions Length: 4.8 cm (1 7/8 in.)
Credit Line Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number03.1428
NOT ON VIEW

DescriptionTriangular tanged arrowhead, bifacially retouched. Golden brown color.
ProvenanceSaid to be from the Faiyum. 1903: purchased for the MFA from Mohamed Mohassib, Luxor, Egypt by Albert M. Lythgoe as part of a group (03.1395-03.1469) for £4/16s. Acquired with funds from the Emily Esther Sears Fund. (Accession Date: January 1, 1903)