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Eye inlay
Nubian
Napatan Period
431–404 B.C.
Findspot: Sudan, Nubia, Beg. S Pyramid XXVIII
Medium/Technique
Alabaster, hematite
Dimensions
1.0 x 1.6 x 4.1 cm (3/8 x 5/8 x 1 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.11977
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTomb equipment – Coffins and sarcophagi
DescriptionEye inlay of alabaster with green stains, detached hematite iris
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Meroe: Pyr. S. XXVIII [Excav. date] February, 1921