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Finger ring

Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Horemhab
1323–1295 B.C.
Object Place: Egypt, Notes: Egypt

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Other (Maximum): 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Laurence E. Eastman
Accession Number1978.302
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentRings

DescriptionBlue faience finger ring with oval bezel bearing inscribed name of "Horemheb Meryamun."

[Alternate Text for 1978.302-303:]
During the second half of Dynasty 18 faience rings inscribed with the reigning king's name were made as tokens of royal favor. These two examples are inscribed for the last kings of Dynasty 18.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt. By 1978: Laurence E. and Emma Stuyvesant Eastman collection; given to the MFA by Mrs. Eastman September 13, 1978.
(Accession Date: September 13, 1978)