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Gold necklace with various amulets
Nubian
Meroitic Period
270 B.C.–A.D. 320
Findspot: Sudan, Nubia, Meroe
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: L of string 0.090
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.536
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Necklaces and neck bands
DescriptionTen elements of a necklace. Central one of double width decorated with scarab and 2 Wedjat Eyes. At each end element of Isis and Infant Horus. Others have Hathor head.
ProvenanceFindspot Information: From Meroe [Excav. date] Jan. 1922