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Finger and toe caps
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26, reign of Amasis
570–526 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7757 A, room IV
Medium/Technique
Gold Foil
Dimensions
Overall: 2 x 3.8 cm (13/16 x 1 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.2616
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment – Mummy trappings
DescriptionOne gold foil penis cover. In four scraps with embossed decoration. Also three nail covers.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7757 A, (tomb of Kheperre) room IV . 1929 : excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.