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Scarab ring
Egyptian
New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of Thumose III
1479–1425 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Gold / glazed steatite
Dimensions
Height x length of bezel: 1.7 x 1.8 cm (11/16 x 11/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of H. H. Richardson
Accession Number62.810
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Scarabs and scaraboids
DescriptionRound wire ring with flip bezel holding scarab- the setting covers part of the underside of the scarab indicating that the setting may not be original or it was not intended for use as a seal. Underside shows recumbent sphinx wearing Blue Crown.
ProvenanceBy 1962: H.H. Richardson collection; 1962: given to the MFA by H.H. Richardson, October 19, 1962.
(Accession Date: September 19, 1962)
(Accession Date: September 19, 1962)