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Stamp seal of unglazed buff steatite
Nubian
C-Group
2400–1550 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia, Egypt, Aman Daud, Cemetery 92
Medium/Technique
Steatite
Dimensions
Overall: 2.7 x 2.5 cm (1 1/16 x 1 in.)
Credit Line
Archaeological Survey of Nubia
Accession Number19.1578
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsSeals
DescriptionHand-carved, unglazed steatite pyramidal seal. Inscribed with the hieroglyphic sign 'Heh' , symbolizing a wish for 'millions of years' of life.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: Lower Nubia, Cem. 92. C-Group.