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Scaraboid of hedgehog
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 25–30
760–332 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Faience
Dimensions
Legacy dimension: .015 Length: .01 W.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. H. W. Toulmin
Accession Number19.3
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Scarabs and scaraboids
DescriptionBlue-glazed. Made in general form of scarab with figure of hedgehog on top, and geometrical design on lower face; left ear of animal broken off.
Provenance1919. gift of Alice Larkin (Mrs. Harry W.) Toulmin, Portsmouth, NH, to the MFA. (Accession Date: January 16, 1919)