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Beads
Egyptian
Old Kingdom–First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 6–10
2323–2040 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, Mes/134/B
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Overall: 1 cm (3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1305a-g
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionFive large, greenish-blue faience balls.
ProvenanceFrom Mesheikh, Mes/134/B. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.