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Eye of Horus (wedjat) amulet

Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
664–525 B.C
Findspot: Egypt, Giza

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Other: 1.2 cm (1/2 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1248
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentAmulets

DescriptionSacred eye on plaque. Faience; green glaze. Details in relief on one face.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: G 7652A, Room IV [Excav. date] April 29, 1929. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.