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Razor
Egyptian
Predynastic Period, Naqada I
3850–3650 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia, Egypt, Dakka, Cemetery 102, Grave 438
Medium/Technique
Copper
Dimensions
Overall: 9.6 x 2.2 x 0.4 cm (3 3/4 x 7/8 x 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Archaeological Survey of Nubia
Accession Number102/438
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Knives, blades, scrapers
DescriptionThis small razor has a roughly triangluar blade and long tang like handle.
ProvenanceFrom Dakka (ASN102/438/1). 1910. Excavated by Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition for the Archaeological Survey of Nubia; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the Egyptian government.