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Shell fragment
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom
2040–1640 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Sheikh Farag, SF 65
Medium/Technique
Shell
Dimensions
Other: 0.8 x 2.7 cm (5/16 x 1 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13-3-121
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsOrganic remains
DescriptionThis unpierced shell fragment has become pearlized.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Sheikh Farag SF 65.1913: Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.