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Bridle ornament
Nubian
Meroitic Period, reign of Amanikhatashan
A.D. 62–85
Findspot: (Sudan), Nubia, Meroe, Pyramid Beg. N. 18 (Queen Amanikhatashan?)
Medium/Technique
Silver
Dimensions
Diameter: 4.9 cm (1 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.1057
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Animal-related
DescriptionThis circular medallion of silver is fashioned as a lion's head in high repoussé relief. It is pierced with seven (originally nine) holes for attachment to a flat base. It is now somewhat corroded. The lion likely represents Apedemak, the lion-headed Meriotic god of war. See also objects 24.1058-1064.
ProvenanceFrom Meroe, Pyramid Beg. N. 18 (tomb of Queen Amanikhatashan). 1921: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Sudan.
(Accession date: March 23, 1924)
(Accession date: March 23, 1924)