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Bead
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 6, reign of Pepy I
2289–2246B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7101
Medium/Technique
Mud
Dimensions
Overall: 3.8 x 2 cm (1 1/2 x 13/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.2717
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G 7101. 1924: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.