http://collections.mfa.org/collections/419471/objects/rdfJWL.Ancient Egyptian and Nubian Jewelryhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1133374/resize%3Aformat%3Dfullhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/981892/resize%3Aformat%3DfullAmulet of Harsaphes (Heryshef)740–725 B.C.Cast goldhttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/37044/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/986874/resize%3Aformat%3DfullBeaded collar with amulets2061–1640 B.C.Glazed steatite, gold, electrumThe central motif of this small, elegant collar, is a large, hollow gold ball bead flanked by a pair of amulets in the form of wadjet eyes, one of the most popular and powerful amulets for warding off potential threats. Centrally placed on each side of the main motif is an openwork amulet representing Heh (the one on the left is very small), the personification of "infinity," portrayed as a kneeling man holding the hieroglyphic symbol for "year" in each of his hands. These amulets, it was hoped, would help to ensure an infinite life in the hereafter. On the left side, the Heh amulet stands between two additional wadjet eyes. On the right side are a sphinx and a falcon, both emblems of the cosmic power associated with the sun god and the king. The rest of the collar consists of four rows of delicately crafted, blue-glazed disk beads linked by gold spacer beads. The craftsmen of the Middle Kingdom produced some of ancient Egypt's finest jewelry. Both men and women wore broadcollars, as they had in the Old Kingdom, and now amulets became an important element of their design.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/141482/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1133374/resize%3Aformat%3DfullBeadnet dress2551–2528 B.C.Faiencehttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/146531/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1662405/resize%3Aformat%3DfullBracelet with image of Hathor250–100 B.C.Gold, enamelHinged bracelet of gold with enamel decoration showing a seated figure of the goddess Hathor and geometrical pattern; two hinges; loop on each end.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/142391/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/810421/resize%3Aformat%3DfullBroad collar2551–2528 B.C.Faiencehttp://collections.mfa.org/objects/479854/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1247172/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCoin of Magydus with bust of Severus AlexanderA.D. 222–235BronzeObverse: Radiate, draped, cuirassed bust of Severus Alexander to right. Inscription in Greek.Reverse: Priest? or athlete standing to right, holding pair of torches. In the field, altar and cista?In field at right, Greek letter.Inscription in Greek.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/268029/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/773130/resize%3Aformat%3DfullCombNaqada I (Amratian) 3850–3650 B.C.IvorySome of the earliest three-dimensional representations of humans and animals in Egyptian art appear on small, utilitarian items such as combs, pins, and cosmetic implements. Bone and ivory combs like this one, which features the head of a gazelle were probably worn as hair ornaments. They occur from the end of the Neolithic era, and reached the height of their popularity in the earliest phases of the Predynastic Period.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/140836/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1325134/resize%3Aformat%3DfullFinger ring in the form of a rearing cobra100–320SilverThe burial chamber of this tomb was unplundered and a significant amount of jewelry was recovered. There were rings on both hands and in boxes. This ring, in the form of a uraeus, was found on the right hand. It one had champleve enamel.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/145316/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1662412/resize%3Aformat%3DfullHathor-headed crystal pendant743–712 B.C.Gold, rock crystalCrystal ball amulet surmounted by gold head of Hathor crowned with disc and horns. The ball is bored vertically and has a gold disc at the base on which it stands. Probably contained substances believed to be magical. Ring at back of head. Base loose.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/143587/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1320634/resize%3Aformat%3DfullNecklace with cylinder amulet case1700–1550 B.C.Silver, glazed crystal, carnelian, and faienceComposed of blue glazed crystal, carnelian ball beads, faience ball beads, two faience star beads and a cylindrical silver amulet (Egyptian import).http://collections.mfa.org/objects/141514/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/794073/resize%3Aformat%3DfullPectoral1783–1550 B.C.Gold, silver, with carnelian and glass inlaysComposed of baseplates made of hammered silver sheet, with soldered and gilded silver cloisons (partitions) inlaid with carnelian and glass, this sumptuous pectoral was fit for a king. It takes the form of a vulture with outstretched wings representing the tutelary goddess of Upper Egypt, Nekhbet, grasping coils of rope, a symbol of eternity. To the left of the vulture's body is a rearing cobra. She is Wadjyt, the goddess of Lower Egypt. Together, they form a pair referred to as the "two ladies," guardian deities of the king.The pectoral was made as a piece of funerary equipment rather than as jewelry to be worn in life. The three separate pieces representing the wings and body of the bird were not joined to one another; rather, the edges of the base plates were pierced with holes for fastening the ornament to something else, most likely the chest of the mummy or an anthropoid coffin. The wings also curve laterally, further supporting this assumption.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/155959/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/940504/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSignet ring100 B.C.–100 A.D.GoldThe ring was found in the thieve's debris. The circular, deeply-cut, intaglio bezel features four lion's heads symmetrically arranged around a cental cobra with a sun disk. Several other rings were recovered from the tomb. Most interesting is the fact that several ring forms were included in the burial (cast signets, rings set with glass, gold sheet over metal cores).http://collections.mfa.org/objects/144968/rdfhttp://collections.mfa.org/internal/media/dispatcher/1325136/resize%3Aformat%3DfullSignet ring200–320GoldFound in the partly plundered tomb with archer's artifacts, this ring has a circular, intaglio bezel that features a profile vulture standing on a uraeus.http://collections.mfa.org/objects/145372/rdf