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Headrest amulet
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
664–525 B.C
Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Hematite
Dimensions
Other: 1.4 cm (9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1457
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionThis amulet of polished hematite represents a headrest. The end of the base is now chipped. Such amulets were common in Late Period burials, where their magic was intended to lift the head of the deceased at the moment of resurrection.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: G 7540T, Room III [Excav. date] March 1929. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.