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Inscribed lead tablet
Nubian
Napatan Period
570 B.C.
Object Place: Sudan, Nubia, Nuri, NW corner depost of pyramid VII, tomb of Aspelta
Medium/Technique
Lead
Dimensions
Overall: 1.4 x 3 x 0.1 cm (9/16 x 1 3/16)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number20.689
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsArchitectural elements – Foundation deposits
DescriptionLead; inscribed on one side with name of Aspalta; traces of red color; from a foundation deposit.
ProvenanceFrom N. W. corner deposit of Pyramid VIII at Nuri, the tomb of Aspelta.