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Amulet of a vulture

Egyptian
Late Period
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7112

Medium/Technique Gold leaf
Dimensions Other: 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number27.921
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ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentAmulets

DescriptionGold leaf. Vulture in repoussé relief. Slightly damaged.
ProvenanceFrom Giza: G 7112 mummy [Excav. date] Jan. 22, 1925. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.