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Nubian
Kerma
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Kerma, K B 69, neck of PA
Medium/Technique
Carnelian
Dimensions
Overall string length: 38 x 1.2 cm largest ball bead (14 15/16 x 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.1745
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionThis graded string consists of forty-two carnelian ball beads, well made.
ProvenanceFrom Kerma, Tomb K B 69, neck of PA. March 1914.: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.