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Hippopotamus-headed amulet
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6–10
2323–2040 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Hematite
Dimensions
Height: 1 cm (3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1453
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionHematite hippopotamus bead.
ProvenanceFrom Mesheikh. Mes / 2106 / B. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.