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Eye of Horus (wedjat) bead

Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Debris south of Mastaba G 7150

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Width x length: 1 x 1 cm (3/8 x 3/8 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number26-1-885
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentBeads

DescriptionOne Eye of Horus (wedjat) bead with serrated edge and flat back with plain curved front.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, debris south of Mastaba G 7150. 1926: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.