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Amulet of a pig (sow)
Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7762 S, small body in coffin, on breast
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Overall: 1.2 x 1.3 cm (1/2 x 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29-12-240d3
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionThis amulet of a pig (sow) has a suspension ring on top of the back.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7762 S, small body in coffin, on breast, 1929 : excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.