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Blade or scraper
Egyptian
Early Dynastic Period, Dynasty 1–2
2960–2649 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, possibly from Tarkhan
Medium/Technique
Flint
Dimensions
Length: 6.6 cm (2 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of British School of Archaeology in Egypt
Accession Number13.2837
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Knives, blades, scrapers
DescriptionThis worked flake of light beige flint is likely either a blade or scraper. It is roughly rectanular with very straight side edges and slightly rounded ends. It exhibits slight abrasion.
ProvenancePossibly from Tarkhan. By 1913: with the British School of Archaeology in Egypt; given to the MFA by the British School of Archaeology in Egypt. (Accession Date: November 6, 1913)