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Scarab fragment
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18 (?)
1550–1295 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Street G 7000
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Overall: 1.6 x 0.6 cm (5/8 x 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number26-1-1173
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Scarabs and scaraboids
DescriptionOne fragment from side of scarab. Pierced. Lotus flower and two lotus buds or leaves on the sides.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, Street G 7000. 1926: excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.