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Beads
Egyptian
Old Kingdom to First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 6–10
2323–2040 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, MES/135/A
Medium/Technique
Carnelian
Dimensions
Length: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1258
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionEight beads including: one scarab, one ring bead, one ball bead, 3 tiny barrel beads, 2 large beads. See notes for original description.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Mesheikh, MES/135/A. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.