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Snake head amulet
Egyptian
Late Period, Dynasty 26, reign of Amasis
570–526 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Pit G 7757 A, room VII
Medium/Technique
Carnelian
Dimensions
Overall: 2.4 cm (15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number29.2678
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Amulets
DescriptionHead of snake
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza: Pit G 7757 A, (tomb of Kheperre) room VII.1929:excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt.