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Pendant
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
before 3850–about 2960 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, Mes/2023
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Other: 1.5 x 1 cm (9/16 x 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1342
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Pendants
DescriptionOne tear-shaped pendant, possibly a heart amulet, pierced for suspension
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Mesheikh, Mes/2023. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.