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Scarab
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom to New Kingdom, Dynasty 12–18
1991–1295 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Semna, S 563
Medium/Technique
Carnelian
Dimensions
Overall: 0.6 x 0.7 cm (1/4 x 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24.1557
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ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Scarabs and scaraboids
DescriptionCarnelian. Uninscribed. Chipped at tail end.
ProvenanceFrom Semna, S 563 [Excav. date] March 1924:Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.