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Arrowhead
Nubian
Meroitic Period, reign of Arkamani–qo (Ergamenes
270–260 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Meroe (Beg. S.), Tomb 6
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
2.9 cm (1 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.12233
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsWarfare, hunting, fishing – Archery, spears, javelins
DescriptionArrowhead, three-sided.
ProvenanceFrom Nubia, Meroe (Beg. S.), Tomb 6. 1921: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of the Sudan.