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Nubian
Findspot: Nubia (Sudan), Semna, Outside fort, S. side, second by W. of S. gate
Medium/Technique
Shell
Dimensions
Length x width (larger): 10.5 x 6.2 cm (4 1/8 x 2 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number24-4-61a
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsOrganic remains
DescriptionOne oyster shell and one mother of pearl (clam) shell.
ProvenanceFrom Semna, Outside fort, S. side, second bay W. of S. gate. 1924: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Sudan.