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Amulet of a walking ram
Egyptian
Hellenistic Period (Ptolemaic Dynasty)
305–30 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Overall: 1.9 cm (3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number31.857
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionThis amulet made of gold sheet represents a walking ram. It is rendered in outline only, with no relief details. Because the Egyptians worshipped a number of gods who could take ram form, it is impossible to know with certainty which is portrayed here.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Egypt, Giza: G 7757 A, (tomb of Kheperre) Room VII / Exp.Photo.B7649