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Scarab
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom to New Kingdom, Dynasty 12–18
1991–1295 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Semna, S563
Medium/Technique
Steatite
Dimensions
Overall: 1.5 x 2 cm (9/16 x 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.1547
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ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Scarabs and scaraboids
DescriptionSteatite. Faded blue green glaze. Inscribed: standing bearded figure holding "Was".
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Semna: S563 [Excav. date] March 1924