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Ring beads
Nubian
Classic Kerma
1700–1550 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, K IV grave 426
Medium/Technique
Faience, mica
Dimensions
See description
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5781
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionThere are approximately 3500 ring beads and also one piece of mica (0.2 in diameter) pierced with two holes, probably for an applique for clothing.
ProvenanceFrom Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, K IV grave 426. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of the Sudan.