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Beads
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Akhenaten
1356–1332 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Tell el Armana
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Overall: 1.2 cm (1/2 in.) - diameter of largest bead
Credit Line
Gift of University College, London
Accession NumberRES.36.133
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionTwo blue glazed round beads, for fastening to garment ?. Three piercings in edge. Cf. Corpus LXIV; from Tell el Armana, 1891-2 (Petrie); Imp. 114
ProvenanceFrom Amarna, 1891-2 (Petrie); Imp. 114