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Eye of Horus (wedjat ) amulet

Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5
2465–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Overall: 0.9 cm (3/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number11.876
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentAmulets

DescriptionFaience, wedjat eye(?) pierced with two holes. From Gizeh.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, Menkaura Valley Temple. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.