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Barrel bead
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26
664–525 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7530-7540: pit G 7540 T, room 2 (II)
Medium/Technique
Carnelian
Dimensions
Overall: 1.3 x 0.5 cm (1/2 x 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.1447
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionOne carnelian barrel bead.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, G 7530-7540: pit G 7540 T, room 2 (II).1929: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.