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String of ball beads
Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, Dynasty 12
1991–1783 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Haraga, Tomb 154
Medium/Technique
Amethyst
Dimensions
Overall: 67.5 cm (26 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Egyptian Research Account by subscription
Accession Number15.242
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CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionThis is a string of eighty-eight 88 ball beads, graduated in size, of very fine quality.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Haraga, Tomb 154. 1915: Given by the Egyptian Research Account to the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.