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Shell
Nubian
Napatan Period
712–690 B.C.
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Meroe (Beg. South), Grave 157
Medium/Technique
Shell
Dimensions
2.0 x 1.4 x 0.7 cm (13/16 x 9/16 x 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number21.12159
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsOrganic remains
DescriptionOne cowrie shell with back cut off
ProvenanceFrom Meroe (Beg. South) Grave 157. 1921: Excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.