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Dome-shaped openwork amulet
Egyptian
Roman Imperial Period
30 B.C.–A.D. 364
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Menkaura Pyramid Temple (G.M.T. / J2 / M Kl.)
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Height x width: 2 x 1.5 cm (13/16 x 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number11.1103
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionDome-shaped amulet/pendant of light blue glazed faience with V-shaped openwork design. Loops at top for suspension. Intact.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Menkaura Pyramid Temple. 1911: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.
(Accession date: March 2, 1911)
(Accession date: March 2, 1911)