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Foundation deposit gold ring
Nubian
Meroitic Period
133–116 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Gebel Barkal, PYR V
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
diameter 4.4 x 0.15 cm (1 3/4 x 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.17054
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Foundation deposits
DescriptionFoundation deposit ring of twisted gold wire, ends do not meet. Found in "SE".
ProvenanceGebel Barkal, Pyramid 5. Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.