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Finger ring
Nubian
Meroitic Period
185–10 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Meroe, Beg. West, tomb W 333
Medium/Technique
Gold sheet over organic core
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: D. 0.020
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number23.423
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Rings
DescriptionThis ring was found in the thieve's debris in the main burial chamber. It appears to be the gold sheet covering of a core of unknown material. Several complete silver and gold signet rings were also recovered from the burial. This ring has an elliptical bezel now missing its inlay. Most interesting is the fact that several ring forms were included in the burial (cast signets, rings set with glass, gold sheet over metal cores).
ProvenanceFrom Meroe, Beg. W 333. February 1923: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.