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Amulet of a uraeus
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
664–525 B.C
Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Other: 1.9 cm (3/4 in.) (29.1339-1373 form a set)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1364
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionGold sheet. Impression. With human head and outspread wings. Accidentally cut anciently.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: G 7652A, Room VI [Excav. date] April 29, 1929. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.