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String of beads
Egyptian
Old Kingdom–First Intermediate Period, Dynasty 6–10
2323–2040 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, Mes/139/B9
Medium/Technique
Garnet
Dimensions
Overall: 4 cm (1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1289
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Beads
DescriptionThis string contains twenty-six ball beads and two barrel beads.
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Mesheikh, Mes/139/B9. Excavated by the Harvard University–Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.