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Lenticular bead

Egyptian
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Cemetery G 7000 SW, N of pit VIII in trench 26

Medium/Technique Faience
Dimensions Overall: 0.8 cm (5/16 in.)
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number25.2842
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / AdornmentBeads

DescriptionThis lenticular bead has a rounded top and a flat bottom with an indeciperable incised design.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Cemetery G 7000 SW, N of pit VIII in trench 26. 1925: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.