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Fragment of frit bead
Nubian
Napatan Period, reign of unknown ruler
743–698 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Meroe (Beg. South), Grave 152
Medium/Technique
Blue frit
Dimensions
Length: 0.9 cm (3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.12157
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionFragment of barrel head of blue frit.
ProvenanceFrom Meroe (Beg. South) Grave 152. 1921: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.